These fried pickles are coated in a seasoned beer batter, then deep fried until crispy and golden brown. A unique and unexpected appetizer option that's sure to get rave reviews!
2cupssliced picklesI like to cut 3/4 inch thick slices from whole pickles
1 1/2cupsall purpose flourdivided use
1 1/4cupsbeer
1 1/2teaspoonskosher salt
3/4teaspoonblack pepper
1/4teaspoongarlic powder
1/4teaspoononion powder
oil for frying
1tablespoonfresh parsleychopped
Instructions
Heat 3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 375 degrees F.
Coat the pickles in 1/2 cup flour, shaking off any excess.
In a medium bowl, mix together the remaining cup of flour, beer, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
Coat each pickle slice in batter, letting the excess batter drip back into the bowl.
Fry 8-10 pickle slices at a time until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Repeat the process with the remaining pickles.
Sprinkle with parsley, then serve immediately.
Notes
I prefer to cut my own pickle slices from whole pickles instead of using the store-bought pickle chips. The store bought sliced pickles tend to be too thin to stand up to the batter. I cut my pickles into 3/4 inch slices for the best results.
When you fry the pickles, keep the bowl of batter close to the pot of oil so that you can easily transfer the battered pickles into the oil.
Be sure to use a frying thermometer to ensure that the oil is at the correct temperature.