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Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli

Crispy Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli for a Flavor Explosion

Crispy Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli is a delightful appetizer that delivers a satisfying crunch and rich flavors that surprise and impress.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Olives
  • 16 ounces Small Pimento Stuffed Olives Pitted for safety
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs For a light and crispy coating
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free flour can also be used
  • 1 large Egg Can be swapped with buttermilk
  • 2-3 inches Canola Oil For frying, peanut oil can also be used
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds brightness
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust to preference

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Thermometer
  • Whisk
  • Slotted Spoon

Method
 

Prepare the Garlic Aioli
  1. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Fry the Olives
  1. Heat canola oil in a skillet to 325-350°F. Set up a dredging station with flour and panko.
  2. Toss olives in flour, dip in beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Fry olives in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve warm with chilled garlic aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These fried olives are perfect for gatherings, offering a unique twist on snacking that will please any crowd.

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