Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Pickles in an Air Fryer
If you're looking for a fast, delicious treat that’s both crispy and gluten-free, then this recipe for air-fried pickles is exactly what you need. Perfect for a quick snack, a side dish, or a unique appetizer, these gluten-free crispy fried pickles are made in an air fryer with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
- 1 jar 16 oz dill pickles (chips or spears), drained and patted dry
- 1 cup Gluten Free Flour
- 2 large eggs + 1 tablespoon water whisked (egg mixture)
Almond Flour Mixture
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup PORQ gluten-free panko crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Cooking Oil
- Olive oil or vegetable oil spray
Instructions
Prep the Pickles
- Drain and pat dry the dill pickles with a paper towel.
Set Up the Breading Station
- Flour Bowl: Place 1 cup of gluten-free flour.
- Egg Mixture Bowl: Whisk 2 large eggs with 1 tablespoon water.
- Almond Flour Mixture Bowl: Combine 1/2 cup almond flour, 1/2 cup gluten-free PORQ panko crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well.
Coat the Pickles
- Dip each pickle into the gluten-free flour, shaking off excess.
- Next, dip into the egg mixture.
- Finally, coat with the almond flour mixture, ensuring full coverage.
Preheat and Arrange
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or vegetable oil spray.
- Arrange coated pickles in a single layer in the basket. Avoid overcrowding.
Air Fry
- Cook pickles for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
Notes
- For crispier pickles, ensure they are well-dried before coating.
- Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes.