Air-fried pickles are a tangy and crispy snack. It contains dill pickle slices, parmesan cheese, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs, buttermilk, & spices. These items are simple, and we can easily get them from the grocery stores or from the pantry. Air-fried pickles are prepared in twenty-five minutes, perfect for quick snack cravings. It contains butter milk and cheese, so these pickles are not suitable for non-dairy diet. Make it with vegan items if required. Serve these pickles with the ranch dip, fries, or sandwiches for a delicious pairing. Store this dish in the fridge and freezer, as it is best for meal prep.
STATS:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Serving size: 10–12 pickle slices
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Serving: 2
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Rack
- Paper towels
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup dill pickle slices
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. paprika
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. salt
- Cooking spray
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PICKLE SLICES:
- Pickle slices are the main item of this snack. It will add a tangy and briny flavor. Drain and dry them properly so they don’t get soggy or dry. It is best to use the dill pickles for this snack.
FLOUR:
- Use the all-purpose flour to make the dry coating layer so it absorbs better. It also helps to stick the egg mixture properly on the pickles and make them crisp.
EGGS:
- It is used to bind the flour and breadcrumbs together. Eggs help the coating to be firm at the time of frying. Beat them well to provide a smooth layer.
BUTTERMILK:
- It is used to make the tender coating. It also helps to improve the bond and boosts the crisp texture. Dilute the yogurt with water to use it as a substitute.
BREAD CRUMBS:
- It will help coat these pickles to make them crunchy. Use the panko crumbs to provide a light taste and crisp texture. They get toasted well in the air fryer, so they get crisp.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- It is used to provide the umami and indulgent flavor, and also enriches the crisp taste. It is not necessary to have this cheese, but it will provide an indulgent flavor.
GARLIC POWDER:
- It will add a light, savory flavor and balance the tangy taste of the pickles. Garlic powder, mix equally in the breadcrumbs mix.
PAPRIKA POWDER:
- It will add a smoky & sweet flavor in the pickles. Paprika adds color and stabilizes the garlic taste.
BLACK PEPPER:
- It will add the light spice and sharp taste. Freshly crushed pepper provides the strong flavor in these pickles.
SALT:
- It will enrich the taste of the dish and also stabilize the tanginess of the pickles and spices. Use the salt in a small quantity, as the pickles are already salty.
COOKING SPRAY:
- Use the cooking spray to prevent the pickles from getting stuck in the basket. It also helps to brown well without the additional oil.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Drain the pickles and dry them well to eliminate the extra moisture.
- Add the flour, egg & buttermilk mixture, and breadcrumbs in the separate vessel.
- Coat these pickle slices in them, put them in the basket, and spray the oil on them.
- Air fry them for 8 to 10 minutes at 200°C
- Serve them.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPPING SAUCE:
- Ranch Dip
- Garlic Aioli
- Spicy Mayo
- Honey Mustard
- Chipotle Sauce
BURGER & SANDWICH:
- Beef Burgers
- Chicken Burgers
- Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
- Turkey Wraps
SIDE DISHES:
- Fries
- Onion Rings
- Coleslaw
- Potato Wedges
- Mac and Cheese
BRUNCH:
- Egg Sandwiches
- Breakfast Wraps
- Savory Waffles
- Avocado Toast
- Breakfast Burgers
TIPS:
- Drain and dry these pickles so they don’t get soggy.
- Add the panko breadcrumbs to make it even more crunchy.
- Don’t add lots of pickles to the basket so they don’t get soggy.
- Change the sides in between so they get brown.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add them to the closed vessel and store for 2 days.
FREEZER:
- Include the assembled pickles in a tray, and then include them in a box and freeze for one month.
FAQs:
Why do these pickles get soggy?
- You don’t dry them well or add lots of them in the basket at once, so they get soggy.
Will I eliminate the eggs?
- Yes, eliminate the eggs and utilize the milk & flour slurry instead for this purpose.
Can we bake these pickles?
- Bake them for 15 to 18 minutes at 220° C and turn them over in between.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180 kcal
Net carbs: 18 g
Total carbs: 22 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 6 g
Calcium: 0.15 g
Iron: 0.002 g
Serving: 2
Vitamin A: 0.0008 g
Sodium: 1.1 g
Potassium: 0.25 g
Serving size: 10–12 pieces