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Crispy Fried Pickle Spears with Easy Homemade Ranch Dip

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These crispy fried pickle spears are coated in a seasoned breading and fried until golden, then served with a cool, creamy homemade ranch dip. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a nostalgic comfort snack.

Ingredients

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  • 16 dill pickle spears, drained well
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Drain pickle spears and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. Slice larger spears in half lengthwise if desired.
  2. Set up three bowls: one with flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs and milk; one with cornmeal and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each pickle spear in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Roll in the panko/cornmeal mix, pressing gently to adhere. Double dip if needed.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed skillet to at least 1 inch deep. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry pickles in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  6. For the ranch dip: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, chives, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Chill until serving.
  7. Serve fried pickle spears hot with homemade ranch dip.

Notes

Pat pickles dry for best breading adhesion. For extra crispiness, let breaded spears rest 10 minutes before frying. Chill breaded pickles before frying to help coating stick. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and panko. For vegan, use plant-based mayo, sour cream, and aquafaba instead of eggs. Oven-bake or air fry for a lighter version.

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Keywords: fried pickles, ranch dip, appetizer, comfort food, party snack, crispy, vegetarian, southern, easy recipe

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