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Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Crispy Air Fryer Fried Pickles for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy guilt-free snacking with these crispy air fryer fried pickles, a healthier twist on a classic favorite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickles
  • 1 jar Dill Pickles Use pre-sliced dill pickles; thicker cuts yield a better crunch.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent for the breadcrumbs.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Helps thicken the egg wash.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides a flaky, crunchy texture.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Creamy base for the dip.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup Minced Onions Finer mince contributes more flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) A must for garlic lovers.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill Optional, adds herby note.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dry Pickles: Lay pre-sliced dill pickles on paper towels and cover with another towel for about 10 minutes to absorb excess moisture.
  2. Prepare Egg Wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, flour, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until smooth (2-3 minutes).
  3. Coat Pickles: Dip each pickle in the egg wash and then roll in panko breadcrumbs. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Arrange pickles in a single layer, spray lightly with oil, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  5. Flip and Continue Cooking: Flip pickles with tongs, spray again with oil, and air fry for another 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  6. Mix Dip: Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, minced onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried dill until well mixed (2-3 minutes).
  7. Serve Warm: Once pickles are ready, serve warm with creamy dip on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure pickles are completely dry for optimal crunch. Panko breadcrumbs are crucial for the desired texture.

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