Crispy Airfryer Pickles

Nutrition Facts

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• 20 pieces dill pickle slices
  • Use thick-cut pickles, drained well
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Adds a slight kick
• 1 cup cold water
  • Adjust batter consistency as needed
• 2 large eggs
• vegetable oil spray
  • For spraying before air frying to help crispiness

Instructions

1. Drain the dill pickle slices well and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. In another bowl, beat the eggs and then whisk in the cold water.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir gently until just combined. The batter should be thick but smooth; adjust with a little more water or flour if needed.
5. Dip each pickle slice into the batter, coating it thoroughly, letting the excess drip off.
6. Preheat the airfryer to 400°F (200°C).

   Preheat airfryer (5:00)
7. Place the battered pickles in a single layer in the airfryer basket. Spray lightly with vegetable oil spray.
8. Air fry the pickles for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying lightly with oil again, until golden brown and crispy.

   Air fry pickles (10:00)
   Check at 8 minutes to avoid overcooking.
9. Remove the fried pickles from the airfryer and let them rest for a minute before serving.
10. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or spicy mayo.