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Stuffed Fried Pickles

Stuffed Fried Pickles: Crispy Comfort Food You'll Crave

Discover the crispy, cheesy delight of Stuffed Fried Pickles, a must-try appetizer that will satisfy your cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickles
  • 12 whole Dill Pickles Choose whole pickles for best flavor.
  • 6 slices Ham Slices Prosciutto makes for a gourmet upgrade.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Cheese Swap with cheddar for a sharper flavor.
For the Breading and Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal and water for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used if unavailable.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Oil for Frying Vegetable oil is a popular choice.

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or fryer
  • Thermometer
  • Apple corer
  • Bowls for breading station

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the ends off each dill pickle and hollow them out using an apple corer.
  2. Roll a slice of ham around a mozzarella stick and insert it into each hollowed-out pickle.
  3. Slice stuffed pickles into ¼-inch rounds and lay them on a plate.
  4. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each stuffed pickle slice in flour, then eggs, and finally in panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
  7. Fry the breaded pickle slices for 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Remove fried pickles and drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These stuffed fried pickles are a crowd favorite and can be customized with different cheeses or by adding jalapeños for extra spice.

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