Fried Pickles

Step 1

Cover a plate with parchment paper or wax paper. In a shallow dish, combine buttermilk black pepper and hot sauce. Place pickles in mixture and set aside.

TO MAKE SEASONED FLOUR

Step 2

Pour the flour, cornmeal, seafood seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning and cayenne into a large, resealable plastic bag; shake to mix well.

Step 3

Add pickles a few at a time to the flour mix and tumble gently to coat evenly with the flour mixture. Remove and place on prepared plate.

TO COOK THE PICKLES

Step 4

Heat oil to 365 degrees F in deep-fryer or heavy deep skillet. Fry pickles in several batches until golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside with a moist interior, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5

Serve with a thick ranch dip.