Southern Fried Pickles

Step 1

Heat oil to 375 F.

Step 2

Line a baking tray or cutting board with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 3

In a bowl, mix together flour and spices. Set aside.

Step 4

In another bowl combine buttermilk and egg. Set aside.

Step 5

Dip pickle into buttermilk mixture, shake off excess.

Step 6

Next, coat the pickles in flour and shake off excess flour.

Step 7

Place pickles on the prepared baking tray.

Step 8

When all pickles have been coated with flour, coat them again. (Some of the flour from the first coating will be absorbed)

Step 9

Quickly place the pickles in the hot oil (I did 2 batches)

Step 10

Cook until golden brown and then remove with a slotted spoon.

Step 11

Place pickles on paper towels to drain.

Step 12

To make the sauce, stir together sauce ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings.

Step 13

Serve the fried pickles immediately with the sauce.