Enjoy a crunchy spread of fried pickles, pickled veggies, and cheesy pickle wraps—perfect for pickle enthusiasts.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fried Pickles
01 - 2 cups dill pickle chips or spears, drained and thoroughly patted dry
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup cornmeal
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Vegetable oil, as needed for frying
→ Pickled-Wrapped Bites
12 - 8 large dill pickle spears
13 - 8 slices Swiss cheese or cheddar cheese
14 - 8 slices deli turkey or ham (optional, omit for vegetarian preparation)
→ Assorted Pickled Vegetables
15 - 1 cup pickled carrots
16 - 1 cup pickled onions
17 - 1 cup pickled green beans
18 - 1 cup pickled jalapeños
19 - 1 cup pickled cauliflower or any preferred pickled vegetables
→ Dipping Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
21 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
22 - 1 tablespoon freshly chopped dill
# Method:
01 - Pour the buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip each pickle chip or spear in the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, gently pressing to ensure an even coating.
02 - Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan to 350°F (175°C). Fry coated pickles in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Transfer to paper towels using a slotted spoon to drain excess oil.
03 - Lay each slice of cheese flat, topped with a slice of deli turkey or ham if desired. Arrange a pickle spear at one end and roll tightly. Secure each bite with a toothpick as needed. Repeat until all ingredients are assembled.
04 - Neatly arrange the fried pickles, pickled-wrapped bites, and assorted pickled vegetables on a serving platter for presentation.
05 - Combine ranch dressing, pickle brine, and chopped dill in a small mixing bowl. Stir until thoroughly blended and serve alongside the platter.
