Name: Vegan Fried Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 jar pickles; 0.5 cup vegan milk; 0.5 tbsp lemon juice; 0.5 cup all-purpose flour; 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs; 0.5 cup cornmeal; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper; 0.5 tsp garlic powder

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Vegan Fried Pickles

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Instructions

Lay out pickles on paper towels and pat to dry, then set aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together plant-based milk and lemon juice to make a vegan buttermilk. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.

Create a dredging station with three shallow bowls: One bowl with all-purpose flour, another with the vegan buttermilk, and the final with the panko bread crumbs, cornmeal, salt, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder whisked together.

Working in batches, dip each pickle first into the flour, then into the vegan buttermilk, then finally into the seasoned bread crumb mixture.

Transfer to fryer basket in a single layer and mist with cooking spray.

Set to 400°F and cook for 5 minutes. Flip pickles using tongs and cook for another 5 minutes, until coating is crispy and golden.

Enjoy served with vegan ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Pickles Thoroughly 🥒
Pat pickles completely dry with paper towels before breading to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy coating from pickle juice moisture.
Double-Dip Breading Technique 🍞
Dip pickles in vegan milk, then flour mixture, back into milk, and finally panko for an extra-thick, supremely crunchy shell that stays intact.
Chill Before Air Frying ❄️
Refrigerate breaded pickles for at least 30 minutes before air frying so the coating sets firmly and won't fall off during cooking.
Boost Umami with Seasoning Blend 🧄
Mix garlic powder, cayenne, and a pinch of smoked paprika into your flour coating to create a more complex, restaurant-quality flavor profile.
Perfect Air Fryer Temperature 🌡️
Cook at 400°F for exactly 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, to achieve golden-crispy exterior while keeping the pickle tender inside.