The Best Air Fryer Fried Pickles (3 Ingredients)
- DFDairy-Free
- GFGluten-Free
- KKeto
- LCLow Carb
- SFSugar Free
- VGVegetarian
These fried pickles are made in the air fryer for a crispy, crunchy, and super delicious appetizer or snack. Air fried pickles are perfect for game-day or a quick and healthy snack option. This recipe only requires 3 simple ingredients and is ready to go in no time at all!
Ingredients
- 16 oz pickle chips, drained
- 1 cup crushed pork rinds , or panko bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp smoked paprika, optional
- salt and pepper, optional, to taste
- ranch and hot sauce, optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Place the crushed pork rinds or panko bread crumbs in a shallow dish; season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Mix together 1 egg with 1 tsp water in another bowl.
- Coat the pickles first in the pork rinds, then the egg wash, and finally back into the pork rinds; shake off any excess and transfer to a plate.
- Arrange the pickles in a single layer in the air fryer basket; spray with avocado oil for extra crispiness.
- Air fry for 8 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 5-6 minutes. Let cool and serve with ranch and hot sauce, if desired.