Fried Pickles
Ingredients For the sauce: 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon drained horseradish 2 teaspoons ketchup 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning For the pickles: 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 minute...