If you’re a fan of spicy, crunchy snacks, you’ll love these Nashville Hot Fried Pickles. This recipe combines the tangy flavor of pickles with a spicy, crispy coating and a fiery hot sauce that will keep you coming back for more. Perfect for parties, game days, or any time you crave a bold snack, these pickles are sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
Chicken Fried Pickles:
- 1 24 oz Jar of Pickle Spears
- 2 Cups of Buttermilk
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tsp Louisiana Hot Sauce (we use Crystal)
- 2 Cups Whole Wheat Flour
- 1 Cup Flour
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Oil (for frying)
Nashville Hot Sauce:
- 1/2 Cup Butter
- 1.5 Tablespoons Cayenne (adjust to heat preference)
- 3/4 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Paprika
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
Directions
Chicken Fried Pickles:
- Prepare the Pickles:
- Drain the pickle spears and set them aside.
- Buttermilk Mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, and eggs until well combined.
- Flour Mixture:
- In another bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, flour, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine.
- Drizzle a small amount of the buttermilk mixture over the flour mixture and stir with a fork to create clumps.
- Dredge the Pickles:
- Dip each pickle spear in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
- Then, dredge the pickle spear in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the flour.
- Fry the Pickles:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 375°F.
- Fry the pickles in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per batch.
- Remove from oil and drain on a cooling rack placed over a sheet pan to allow excess oil to drip off.
Nashville Hot Sauce:
- Melt Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Whisk in the cayenne pepper, brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Pickles:
- Brush the hot sauce generously over the fried pickles while they are still hot.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Calories: 300 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4 servings
Enjoy these Nashville Hot Fried Pickles as a bold and spicy appetizer or snack. They’re sure to impress with their perfect blend of heat and crunch.
Nashville Hot Fried Pickles
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Dive into the bold flavors of the South with these Nashville Hot Fried Pickles. This dish combines the tangy crunch of pickles with the fiery kick of Nashville hot sauce, creating an unforgettable appetizer that’s sure to ignite your taste buds.
Ingredients
Chicken Fried Pickles:
1 24 oz Jar of Pickle Spears
2 Cups of Buttermilk
2 Eggs
2 tsp Louisiana Hot Sauce (we use Crystal)
2 Cups Whole Wheat Flour
1 Cup Flour
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Paprika
1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Oil (for frying)
Nashville Hot Sauce:
1/2 Cup Butter
1.5 Tablespoons Cayenne (adjust to heat preference)
3/4 Tbsp Brown Sugar
1/2 Tsp Salt
1/4 Tsp Pepper
1/2 Tsp Paprika
1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
Instructions
Chicken Fried Pickles:
Drain pickles and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, hot sauce, and eggs.
In another bowl, combine whole wheat flour, flour, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine. Drizzle a small amount of buttermilk over the flour mixture and stir with a fork to create clumps.
Dip each pickle spear in the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture.
Fry the pickles in oil at 375°F until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove from oil and drain on a cooling rack over a sheet pan.
Nashville Hot Sauce:
Melt butter, then whisk in cayenne, brown sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Brush the hot sauce over the fried pickles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300