How to Make Fried Pickles in the Air Fryer

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Published: 01/31/2022 | Updated: 04/02/2024

Fried pickles are delicious, but they also contain a lot of calories. If you want to enjoy them without feeling guilty, try these air fryer fried pickle recipes instead. They’re healthier and tastier than their deep-fried counterparts. Pickles are a great snack option because they’re low in fat and high in fiber. They’re also a good source of vitamin C, potassium, folate, and magnesium.

I am personally a big fan of dipping my air fryer pickles, deep-fried pickles OR pan-fried pickles into ranch!

 

Air frying is a convenient way to cook food at home. The air fryer uses hot air to cook food faster and evenly. This method is ideal for cooking vegetables, meats, fish, poultry, and even desserts.

Fried pickles seem to be all the rage in restaurants lately. If you’ve ever wondered how to make fried pickles at home, I’ve got a great solution for you. It is so simple and it doesn’t involve the mess of deep-frying. These air fryer fried dill pickles go well as a side dish or as an appetizer. They are perfect for tailgating.

I have ordered fried pickles at several restaurants and while some have been delicious, some have been soggy from too much oil. Yuck!

Using the air fryer eliminates that pitfall, yet keeps the crispiness and flavors. Magic!

Fried Pickles Recipe:

• 1 jar of whole Kosher dill pickles
• ½ cup milk
• an egg
• 1 container of seasoned bread crumbs*
• 1 Tbsp. of oil

*If you can’t find seasoned bread crumbs in your local grocery store, you can substitute using regular bread crumbs and mix in 1-2 tsp. of Italian seasoning.

How to make fried pickles in the air fryer:

Remove the pickles from the jar. Dry them off using a paper towel. Slice them into ¼ inch to ½ inch slices.

Next, make an egg wash using ½ cup milk and 1 egg. Whisk together.

Place ¼ – ½ of the container of bread crumbs into a small bowl.

Dip the pickle slices into the egg wash, coating both sides.

Next, place the pickle slice into the bread crumbs. Once coated on one side, flip to coat the other side.

Use the oil to coat the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.

Place all the breaded pickles into the basket and set the basket inside the cooker.

 

 

Set the temperature to 392° and the timer to 15 minutes.

Be sure to flip the pickles halfway through the cooking time.

Once the timer rings, carefully remove the basket and allow the fried pickles to cool for 5 minutes.

You can also make this recipe by keeping the pickles whole if you would prefer. The nice thing about making these in the air fryer rather than the deep fryer is that they are healthier, less greasy, and less messy to eat.

What sauce goes with fried pickles?

• ranch dressing
• tzatziki
• hot sauce
• horseradish
• zesty dipping sauce
• dill mayo.

Looking for more Appetizers/Snacks recipes

Looking for some appetizer or snack recipes? Here are a few to get you started. Appetizers can be a great way to start your meal, and with these recipes, you can create something unique for every occasion. Whether you are entertaining guests or just want to enjoy a party yourself, these appetizers will have everyone talking.

• Bacon-Wrapped Buffalo Chicken Bites
• Mexican Layered Dip
• Mini Greek Spinach Melts
• Mini Grilled Cheese Goodness
• Mediterranean Spread
• Easiest Cucumber Appetizers
• Quick & Easy Tzatziki
• Cold Veggie Pizza Appetizer

What Sauce Goes Well With Crispy Fried Pickles?

The answer to this question depends on how you like your food. If you want spicy foods, then you should try some hot sauce. However, if you prefer sweet flavors, then you should try ketchup.

What Type of Pickles to Use?

Dill pickles are best for recipes. You should ensure your pickle slices aren’t too thin. Pickle spires are the juiciest and have more pickle flavor than pickle chips. Pickle chips are great for snacking, but you need to cut your pickles. Slice your pickles from larger ones to get thicker slices.

Why will you love these Air Fryer Fried Pickles?

Vegan Air Fryer Fried Pickles are a healthy snack that tastes great. You can serve them to your children without worrying about how they’ll react to them. They’reThey’re crispy but still very tasty.

How to make fried pickles in air fryer without breadcrumbs?

Few things are as satisfying as a heaping plate of fried pickles. And while they’re usually dredged in flour or breadcrumbs before being fried, there’s no need to use either when you have an air fryer. This cooking method results in perfectly crispy pickles without all the extra calories.

Tips for Frying Pickles

Slice your own pickles to get thick slices (and more pickles per bite). Dry the pickles before dipping them in the batter. Air fry the pickles in batches. Just before serving all the batches can be reheated for about a minute. Spray the pickle slices with cooking spray before placing them in the air fryers. This will help keep the pickles from sticking to the basket.

For an amazing appetizer, serve pickles with ranch dressing, like Hidden Valley Ranch, Blue Cheese Dressing, Thousand Island Dressing, hot sauce, or any other favorite dipping sauce you like!

In conclusion, fried pickles are a deliciously crisp and salty snack that is perfect for entertaining. If you’re looking for an alternative to frying, the air fryer maybe your best option.

Using the air fryer, fried pickles can be made without all of the mess of oil. The air fryer’s rapid circulation of hot air makes crispy foods like fried pickles possible without any oil or butter.

Check out these other appetizers:

Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs 

 

Buffalo Chicken Nachos with Blue Cheese Crumble