Crispy Air-Fried Pickles with Tangy Mayo Sauce
Crispy, golden pickles paired with a tangy mayo sauce—perfect for snacking or starting off your meal in style!
Equipment
- Two shallow bowls
- Whisk
- Kitchen towels
Ingredients
For the Pickles:
- 1 egg whisked
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Romano cheese grated
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups dill pickle chips pressed dry with kitchen towels
For the Mayo Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon molasses
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk.
- In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Romano cheese, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Pat the dill pickle chips dry using kitchen towels.
- Dip each pickle chip into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s coated, then dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the coated pickle chips in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 5 minutes, shake the basket, and cook for another 5 minutes until crispy and golden.
- While the pickles cook, mix the mayonnaise, mustard, molasses, ketchup, and black pepper in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
- Serve the fried pickles hot with the tangy mayo sauce on the side.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair with a chilled sparkling wine or a light Pilsner for a refreshing balance.
Pair with a chilled sparkling wine or a light Pilsner for a refreshing balance.
Nutrition values
Calories: 342 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.5 g | Protein: 9.1 g | Fat: 28.5 g | Sugar: 4.9 g