https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/fried-pickles-and-buttermilk-lime-dressing • Posted by Mary H.
Fried pickles are one of my favorite appetizers/snacks. If they are featured on a menu at a restaurant I visit, I am unable to avoid ordering them. I tried several different recipes to make my own and was never satisfied....until I created this one. Southernized with buttermilk and cornmeal, these fried pickles are quick and simple and go perfectly with the tart buttermilk-lime dressing.
Fried pickles are one of my favorite appetizers/snacks. If they are featured on a menu at a restaurant I visit, I am unable to avoid ordering them. I tried several different recipes to make my own and was never satisfied....until I created this one. Southernized with buttermilk and cornmeal, these fried pickles are quick and simple and go perfectly with the tart buttermilk-lime dressing.
To make the dressing, blend 1/2 cup buttermilk, the mayonnaise, the sour cream, the lime juice and zest, the green onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the sriracha in a blender until smooth OR finely chop the onion and then whisk all the ingredients together. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Pour about half an inch of oil into a 9-10 inch skillet (I use my 9-inch cast iron skillet). Place over medium heat.
While the oil is heating, whisk the dry ingredients in a large bowl, then add the buttermilk and whisk to make a thick batter.
Place half of the pickle chips into the batter and use tongs to toss them to coat in the batter. When the oil is shimmering, place the chips in a single layer in the pan.
Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until brown. Remove to paper towels and repeat with remaining pickles. Serve immediately.