Dairy-Free Beer Battered Fried Pickles
Crispy dill pickle slices coated in a light, airy beer batter and deep-fried until golden brown. The carbonation in the beer creates a delicate crust that shatters when bitten, contrasting perfectly with the tangy pickle interior. Served with spicy ranch for dipping.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces dill pickles, sandwich slices, drained
- 1 large egg
- 1 12-ounce can beer
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon season saltkosher salt plus spice blendto tasteseasoning adjust
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- 1 ½ cups flourcornstarch blend1:1 flour to 0.5 cornstarchgluten-free alternativegluten-free
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Instructions
- 1
Pat pickle slices dry with paper towels.
- 2
Whisk together egg, beer, baking powder, and season salt in a bowl.
- 3
Add flour and whisk until the batter is smooth.
- 4
Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1/2 inch into a large skillet or dutch oven.
- 5
Heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 6
Dip each pickle slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- 7
Fry for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
- 8
Serve with spicy ranch.
Tips
Beer batter works best when the beer is cold and slightly flat; use beer that has been opened and left at room temperature briefly if using fresh cans.
Maintain consistent oil temperature; use a thermometer to monitor, as temperature fluctuations affect crispness and browning.
Good to Know
Refrigerate fried pickles in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness.
Prepare the batter up to 1 hour before frying. Fry pickles immediately before serving for maximum crispness.
Serve immediately while hot with spicy ranch dip on the side.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip drying the pickles to avoid excessive splattering and soggy coating.
Do not overmix the batter to avoid developing gluten and losing the light, airy texture.
Do not crowd the skillet to avoid temperature drop and uneven cooking.
Substitutions
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Swaps
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