Enjoy crispy fried pickles, pickled bites, and vibrant veggies in a tangy meal for true pickle fans.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fried Pickles
01 - 2 cups dill pickle chips or spears, drained and patted dry
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup cornmeal
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Vegetable oil for frying
→ Pickled-Wrapped Bites
12 - 8 large dill pickle spears
13 - 8 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
14 - 8 slices deli turkey or ham (optional, omit for vegetarian)
→ Assorted Pickled Vegetables
15 - 1 cup pickled carrots
16 - 1 cup pickled onions
17 - 1 cup pickled green beans
18 - 1 cup pickled jalapeños
19 - 1 cup pickled cauliflower or assorted favorite pickled vegetables
→ Dipping Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
21 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
22 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
# Directions:
01 - Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, blend flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip each dry pickle chip or spear in buttermilk, then dredge in seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coverage.
02 - Fill a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan with 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350°F. Fry pickles in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, turning until uniformly golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a layer of paper towels.
03 - Lay each slice of cheese on a flat surface and top with a slice of turkey or ham if desired. Position a pickle spear at one end and roll tightly to enclose. Secure with toothpicks where needed. Repeat until all are assembled.
04 - On a large serving platter, neatly arrange fried pickles, pickled-wrapped bites, and selection of assorted pickled vegetables for a colorful presentation.
05 - Combine ranch dressing, pickle brine, and chopped fresh dill in a small bowl. Stir well and serve as a dipping accompaniment.
