Description
This Air Fryer Fried Pickles recipe offers a crispy, flavorful snack with a tangy dill pickle center coated in a seasoned egg wash and crunchy panko breadcrumbs. Air-fried to perfection, these pickles are served with a creamy sour cream and onion dip that complements their savory crunch. Perfect for a quick appetizer or game-day treat.
Ingredients
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Pickles and Coating
- 12–16 pre-sliced dill pickles or whole pickles cut into spears or coins
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce (or preferred hot sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- Oil spray for air fryer
Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp finely chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dry the Pickles: Pat the pickle slices or spears thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp coating during air frying.
- Make Egg Wash: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, all-purpose flour, Tabasco sauce, salt, and pepper until fully blended to create a spiced, thick egg wash for coating.
- Coat Pickles: Dip each dried pickle piece into the spiced egg wash, shaking off any excess to avoid sogginess.
- Bread the Pickles: Press each coated pickle into the panko breadcrumbs until fully covered, then place them on a baking sheet ready for frying.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and allow it to reach temperature to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange and Spray: Place the breaded pickles in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Lightly spray both sides with oil to promote golden crisping.
- Air Fry Pickles: Cook the pickles for 5–7 minutes on one side, then carefully flip and cook another 5–7 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Dipping Sauce: While pickles air fry, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, dried dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the hot, crispy fried pickles immediately with the creamy sour cream and onion dip for a delicious contrast.
Notes
- Drying pickles well is crucial for a crispy coating.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch; regular breadcrumbs work as a substitute.
- Adjust Tabasco sauce to increase or reduce spice in the egg wash.
- Spraying oil helps achieve a golden crust without deep frying.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer.
