Almost-Famous Fried Pickles

• servings: 4 servings
• total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon drained horseradish

2 teaspoons ketchup

1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 3/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Kosher salt

2 cups sliced dill pickles, drained

Directions

Make the sauce: Mix the mayonnaise, horseradish, ketchup and Cajun seasoning in a bowl; set aside.

Fry the pickles: Heat 1 inch peanut oil in a pot over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375 degrees F. Meanwhile, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 cup water in a large bowl until smooth. Spread the pickles on paper towels and pat dry.

Add half of the pickles to the batter and toss to coat. Remove from the batter using a slotted spoon, letting the excess drip off, and add to the oil one at a time. Fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Return the oil to 375 degrees F and repeat with the remaining pickles and batter. Serve immediately with the prepared sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 173
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 6mg
• Sodium: 749mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 16g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Total Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 2g