Southern Fried Pickles

This is a great southern snack that you can find in almost any southern burger joint.  They are a quick and easy snack to make at home and they are so tasty.  Give them a try and let me know what y’all think.

Ingredients

1- 1 1/2 cups pickles (sweet or dill)

Batter (combine all)

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 egg
• pinch of salt/pepper

Mix this all together.

Dredge  (combine all)

• 3/4 cup flour
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• salt/pepper to taste

1. Heat about 2-3 inches of cooking oil in a cast iron skillet to 375°F.
2. Dip the pickles in the batter, then into the dredge mix.
3. Drop carefully into the hot oil away from yourself.
4. Cook 1-2 minutes each side till lightly browned
5. Remove from oil and place on a paper towel to drain.
6. Season with a bit more salt if you like.