Deep-fried Pickles

Pickles on their own are a gift from above, so how could you can make them even better? By deep frying them! The beautiful juicy, tanginess of the pickles explodes in your mouth when you bite through the crunch of the batter. Serve with a creamy garlic aioli to complete the experience.

Prep:
5mins
Cook:
10mins
Serves:
6

Ingredients

12 McClure’s Pickles

2 Eggs, whisked with a fork

1 cup Flour or rice flour

1 tsp Sea salt

1 tsp Cracked pepper

1 tsp Chilli flakes, optional

1L Vegetable oil, for frying

1 cup Wise Boys Aioli, to serve

Method

Preheat the oil in a large saucepan over high heat

Slice pickles in half lengthways and pat dry with kitchen towels

Place the eggs in a bowl. In another bowl, place the flour, seasoning and chilli flakes (if using). Dip the pickles first in the egg wash then in the seasoned flour. Cook in 2-3 batches, carefully lowering the pickles into the hot oil and frying until the batter is golden brown. To keep the oil temperature high enough, but be sure to monitor the heat, adjusting your element accordingly

Serve with a bowl of aioli for dipping