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Ready in just 25 minutes, these air fryer crispy fried pickles make the perfect tangy, salty, and delicious snack. These dill slices are coated in a simple breading and fried to perfection. They make the perfect fun and snackable appetizer!
save this recipe!Say goodbye to regular pickles and hello to their crispy, crunchy, tangy, salty upgrade with this pickle recipe! Why eat regular slices of dill pickles when you can eat fried pickles?
They’re bite-sized and absolutely delicious when paired with dipping sauces! And since they only require 20 minutes to make, I like to fry these up when I need a quick snack to munch on or want something to eat during my Netflix binge.
Here’s what you’ll need
These air fryer-fried pickles require just 8 easy-to-find ingredients.
- Dill Pickle Slices: One 16-oz jar should contain the perfect amount of dill pickle slices for this recipe.
- All-Purpose Flour: We will use all-purpose flour to help the panko breadcrumbs stick to the pickles.
- Egg: Whisked eggs are the glue holding the breading on the pickles.
- Panko Bread Crumbs: Panko breadcrumbs work best here. They’re light and crispy, making for air-fried pickles that more closely resemble deep-fried pickles.
- Seasonings: Dill, garlic powder, and black pepper add extra flavor! You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a kick.
- Optional Cheese: Feeling cheesy? Add some grated parmesan to the breading.
other pickle options
I recommend using dill pickles in this recipe. If you have a different kind on hand (such as bread and butter), you can try them.
How to make air fryer pickles
Only four steps are needed to make this recipe, making it a relatively quick and easy snack to prepare. All you’ll need are a few paper towels, three shallow bowls, a large plate, and your air fryer!
- Dry the pickles: Strain the juice from the pickles. and lay them in a single layer on a few layers of paper towels. Then, pat them dry.
- Prep your station: Place flour in a shallow bowl. Whisk the egg in another shallow bowl. Combine the panko and seasonings (and the optional cheese) in a separate shallow bowl. Set a large plate at the end.
- Dredge the pickles: Working in small batches, coat each pickle lightly in flour, then egg, then panko. Next, set the coated pickles on the plate until you’re finished coating them all.
- Cook the pickles: Transfer the pickles to the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer (you may need to work in batches). Air fry the pickles at 375°F (190°C) for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Finally, taste and sprinkle them with salt if needed before serving hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
sarah’s tip
If you notice that your pickles aren’t browning or turning golden, try spritzing them with cooking spray on both sides. You can also try lightly brushing them with olive oil and continue cooking for a few minutes.
No air fryer?
If you’d like to make your pickles in the oven instead of an air fryer, simply bake them at 425°F (218°C) for 10 to 15 minutes.
Crispy Air Fryer Fried Pickles
Ingredients
- 1 cup dill pickle slices, about 1 16-oz jar, 450 g
- ½ cup all-purpose flour, 50 g
- 1 large egg, whisked
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 90 g
- 1 Tbsp dried dill
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ cup grated parmesan, optional
Instructions
- Dry Pickles: Strain pickles from juice and lay in a single layer on a few layers of paper towels. Pat them dry well.
- Prep Station: Place flour in a shallow bowl. Whisk egg in another shallow bowl. Combine panko and seasonings (+ optional cheese) in a separate shallow bowl. Set a large plate at the end.
- Dredge: Working in small batches, coat each pickle lightly in flour, then egg, then panko. Set coated pickles on the plate until you're finished coating them all.
- Cook: Transfer pickles to your air fryer, arranging them in a single layer (you may need to work in batches). Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 7 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown* and crispy. Taste and sprinkle with salt if needed before serving hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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