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Hot Fried Pickle Spirals Recipe

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Crispy and tangy Hot Fried Pickle Spirals offer a fun twist on classic fried pickles. Spiral-cut whole dill pickles are coated in a flavorful hot sauce-seasoned tortilla chip crust and fried until golden and crunchy. Served with cool ranch dipping sauce, this snack is perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Pickle Spirals

  • 4 whole dill pickles
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Breading

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup crushed thick tortilla chips
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Cholula

For Frying and Serving

  • Vegetable oil, for frying (about 1 inch deep)
  • Ranch dressing, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pickle Spirals: Pat the pickles dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Insert a skewer or chopstick lengthwise through the center of each pickle to provide a stable base for slicing. Holding a sharp knife at a 90-degree angle to the pickle, begin cutting crosswise near the bottom, turning the pickle slowly along the skewer as you slice to create a spiral effect.
  2. Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three plates: one with all-purpose flour, one with the lightly beaten egg, and one with crushed tortilla chips mixed with 2 tablespoons of hot sauce to evenly coat. Season flour with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper if desired.
  3. Coat the Pickles: Working one pickle at a time, lightly dredge the spiral pickle in flour, making sure to coat inside the crevices. Dip into the beaten egg, ensuring the egg gets into all the spiral folds. Press the pickle into the hot sauce-coated crushed tortilla chips, firmly pressing the chips to adhere well and cover evenly.
  4. Heat Oil and Fry: In a large deep-sided skillet, pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 1 inch. Heat over medium until the oil bubbles gently around a wooden spoon—ideally around 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated pickle spirals in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, approximately 2 minutes per pickle.
  5. Drain and Serve: Remove fried pickles with tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Drizzle with additional hot sauce to taste and serve warm alongside ranch dressing for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure to dry pickles thoroughly to ensure the coating adheres properly and oil doesn’t splatter excessively.
  • Use a sturdy, sharp knife to achieve clean, even spiral cuts of the pickles.
  • Maintain oil temperature around 350°F to get a crispy exterior without excess greasiness.
  • Serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
  • For a milder version, reduce or omit the hot sauce in the coating and drizzle.

Keywords: fried pickles, spiral pickles, appetizer, snack, deep-fried, spicy pickles, game day food

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