Description
Crispy and tangy Air Fryer Fried Dill Pickles make a perfect game day snack or appetizer. Lightly breaded with panko crumbs and seasoned with paprika, these pickles are air fried to golden perfection without deep frying, offering a healthier alternative with all the delicious crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickle Coating
- 16 pickle spears
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1½ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- Grapeseed oil spray (for spraying)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F if your model requires preheating to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Place the flour in one bowl. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. In a third bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs with paprika, salt, and pepper to infuse flavor into the coating.
- Coat the Pickle Spears: Thoroughly dry each pickle spear with paper towels to help the coating adhere. Dip each spear first into the flour, then into the egg and milk mixture, and finally coat evenly with the seasoned panko bread crumbs. Repeat this process for all spears.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the breaded pickle spears in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to allow hot air to circulate effectively. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Spray with Oil: Lightly spritz the pickle spears with grapeseed oil spray to promote a golden, crispy exterior.
- Air Fry: Cook the pickles at 400°F for 6 minutes. Flip each spear carefully, spray again with grapeseed oil, and air fry for an additional 6 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately while hot and crunchy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Patting the pickle spears dry is essential for a crispy coating that sticks well.
- Use grapeseed oil spray or any neutral oil spray to help achieve crispiness without excess fat.
- Adjust seasoning in the breadcrumb mixture to your taste, adding extra spices like garlic powder or cayenne for a kick.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and optimal crispness.
- These fried pickles are best eaten fresh but can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 228 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 2775 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
