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Crispy Air Fryer Fried Pickles served as a delicious appetizer.

Air Fryer Fried Pickles

These Air Fryer Fried Pickles are a crispy, salty snack that captures the essence of fair food without the grease, making them an addictive treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 jar Dill pickle chips or slices Thicker cut for crunchiness
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour For the first sticky layer
  • 2 large Eggs To help the coating stick
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Provides extra crunchiness
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
  • cooking spray Cooking spray Essential for crispiness
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper For added spice (optional)
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned crumbs For variation

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat pickle slices dry with paper towels.
  2. Dust pickles in flour, then dunk in beaten eggs, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  3. Place in the air fryer basket with some space between each piece.
  4. Spray lightly with cooking spray for the best crunch.
Cooking
  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook for 7-9 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking for even crispiness.

Notes

Do not crowd the air fryer basket for best results. For a gluten-free version, substitute flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives. Optionally, soak pickles in buttermilk before dredging for more flavor.