Craving something crispy and totally snack-worthy? These Air Fried Dill Pickles check all the boxes, light, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned without the need for deep frying. Fried pickles are the ultimate appetizer or movie night treat. The air fryer makes them super easy to make. Serve air fryer fried pickles with your favorite dipping sauce and watch them disappear.
If you love snacking, this one’s for you. I decided to give air frying dill pickles a try, and they turned out even better than I imagined. The coating crisped up beautifully while the pickles stayed juicy and tangy inside. The mix of crunch and bold flavor made them so addictive that I couldn’t resist snacking on them until the plate was empty. They’re the kind of snack that disappears fast, so you might want to make a double batch.
Frying Dill Pickles
When you fry pickles, they get this fun crunch on the outside while staying tangy inside. It’s a fun way to eat pickles if you want something different. You can fry them fast and enjoy them warm. Even better, they freeze well, so you always have something on hand for unexpected guests.
Meal Appetizer
Appetizers like zucchini fritters, pickled daikon, Korean pickled radish, or rainbow pickled daikon are similar but different at the same time. These make a good little starter before dinner or just something to munch on with friends. They go great with dipping sauces. Everyone grabs them fast, so make extra.
A Simple Recipe to Make
You don’t need any fancy stuff, just a few ingredients and an air fryer. It’s all dip, coat, and cook. Super easy, even if you’ve never made fried pickles before.
How To Make an Air Fryer Crispy Pickles
Air fryer crispy pickles are a crunchy, tangy snack made easy and healthier by skipping deep frying. Coated in a light, crispy breading, they turn golden and delicious in the air fryer every time.
Kitchen Gadgets Needed:
- Air Fryer: Cooks the pickles quickly to a crispy, golden finish with less oil.
- Containers: Keep your breading and pickles organized and ready for dipping.
- Tong Clippers: Help you safely place and flip pickles in the hot air fryer basket.
Ingredients Needed:
- Big Pickles: Thick slices that stay juicy inside while getting crispy outside.
- Breading: Breadcrumb creates a crunchy coating that locks in flavor and texture.
- Egg: Acts as a sticky binder to help the breading stick to the pickles.
- Coconut Flour: Provides a low-carb, gluten-free coating that adds light crispiness.
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO FRY PICKLES IN THE AIR FRYER
First Step: Prepare All the Needs
Gather all the ingredients you’ll need, including dill pickles, coconut flour, eggs, and your preferred breading mix. Make sure the pickles are well-drained to avoid fogginess and cut into round slices or fries. Preheat air fryer to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius).
Second Step: Coat in Coconut Flour
Start by lightly coating each pickle slice in coconut flour. This helps the egg stick better and adds an extra layer of crispiness. Make sure each piece is evenly coated before moving to the next step.
Third Step: Egg Coating
Beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth. Dip each coconut-floured pickle slice into the egg mixture, ensuring full coverage. This wet layer helps the breading stick perfectly.
Fourth Step: Roll in Breading and Arrange
Roll each pickle slice in your breading mix, pressing gently to adhere the coating. Arrange the breaded pickles in a single layer on your air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they crisp up evenly.
Fifth Step: Air Fry Pickles
Set your air fryer to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) and cook the pickles for 5 minutes. This will give them a nice golden color and crispy texture. Keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking.
Sixth Step: Flip to Cook Evenly
Carefully flip each pickle slice using tongs halfway through cooking. This helps both sides become equally crispy and golden brown. Continue air frying for another 3 minutes, then serve hot and enjoy.
TIPS AND TRICKS:
- Pat pickles dry before breading. This helps the coating stick better and keeps them from getting soggy during cooking. This fried pickles recipe can use panko to coat pickle spears.
- Use a light spritz of oil. Spraying a bit of cooking spray before air frying gives them that golden, crispy crunch without deep frying.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Give each pickle space so they cook evenly and stay crisp.
- Serve right away for the best crunch. While they can be reheated, dill pickle slices are the crispiest and tastiest fresh out of the air fryer.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Substitute For Dill Pickles
If you don’t have dill pickles, you can use bread and butter pickles or even cucumber slices. Both will give you a nice crunch, though the flavor will be a bit sweeter or fresher. Just pick what you like best or have on hand.
What To Serve With Air-Fried Pickles?
Air-fried pickles go great with ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or even a simple dry ranch seasoning. They also pair well with air fryer steak, crispy pork chops, cauli veggie fried rice, bunless bacon burgers or sandwiches for a tasty side. Try adding some eggplant with Parmesan or a broccoli salad to round out your meal.
Keep leftover fried pickles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To keep them crispy, reheat them in the air fryer or oven instead of the microwave. This way, they stay crunchy and delicious.
Can I Freeze Fried Pickles?
Freezing air fryer pickles isn’t ideal since they tend to turn soggy once thawed. However, I’ve tried it, and reheating them in the air fryer after thawing brought them back tasting almost like freshly made.
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Air Fried Dill Pickles
Equipment
- 1 Container
- 1 Tong Clippes
Ingredients
- 3 Pieces Pickles big
- 1/2 Cup Breading
- 1 Piece Egg
- 1/2 Cup Coconut Flour
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Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients you’ll need, including dill pickles, coconut flour, eggs, and your preferred breading mix. Make sure the pickles are well-drained to avoid fogginess and cut into round slices or fries. Preheat air fryer to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius).
- Start by lightly coating each pickle slice in coconut flour. This helps the egg stick better and adds an extra layer of crispiness. Make sure each piece is evenly coated before moving to the next step.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl until smooth. Dip each coconut-floured pickle slice into the egg mixture, ensuring full coverage. This wet layer helps the breading stick perfectly.
- Roll each pickle slice in your breading mix, pressing gently to adhere the coating. Arrange the breaded pickles in a single layer on your air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they crisp up evenly.
- Set your air fryer to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) and cook the pickles for 5 minutes. This will give them a nice golden color and crispy texture. Keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking.
- Carefully flip each pickle slice using tongs halfway through cooking. This helps both sides become equally crispy and golden brown. Continue air frying for another 3 minutes, then serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Pat pickles dry before breading. This helps the coating stick better and keeps them from getting soggy during cooking. This fried pickles recipe can use panko to coat pickle spears.
- Use a light spritz of oil. Spraying a bit of cooking spray before air frying gives them that golden, crispy crunch without deep frying.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Give each pickle space so they cook evenly and stay crisp.
- Serve right away for the best crunch. While they can be reheated, dill pickle slices are the crispiest and tastiest fresh out of the air fryer.
Nutrition
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