Keto Fried Pickles (Gluten Free)

A delicious southern classic appetizer gets a Keto makeover. Crispy Fried Dill Pickles are perfect served with ranch or with your favorite dipping sauce.

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If you’re from the south, fried dill pickles have been a staple at most all your fish fries and back yard BBQs. But, if you’ve never heard of them, boy are you in for a treat!

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I tried them for the first time a few years back and after that first taste, I fell in love with these little tangy, crunchy bites. After switching my way of eating to Keto, I set out to make a gluten free, Keto friendly version.

fried pickles with dipping sauce

Keto Fried Dill Pickles are lightly coated in a gluten free mixture, fried to a crispy golden brown, and served with creamy Homemade Ranch or this Homemade Sugar Free Zesty Dipping Sauce!

What’s in Keto Fried Pickles

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

How to Make Keto Fried Pickles

To make the breading, mix the pork rinds, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, salt and the almond flour together in a food processor and grind it to a fine powder.  Set up a breading station with the oat fiber in one bowl, the beaten eggs in another and the breading mixture in the third bowl.

pickles slices on paper towels

Take the pickle slices and dry them well on paper towels. 

pickle slice in bowl with oat fiber

Dip each one into the oat fiber first, then shake off any excess.  You really want a very thin coating, just enough for the egg to adhere to. 

pickle slice being dipped in egg with fork

Then dip into the egg, also shaking off any excess. 

pickle slice being dipped in breading with fork

Then lastly, dip into the breading mixture.

breaded pickles on white plate

Heat a large nonstick skillet to medium heat and fry the pickles in small batches, just a couple of minutes on each side, or until they are golden.

pickle slices frying in skillet

Allow them to drain on paper towels before serving with my zesty dipping sauce or homemade ranch dressing.

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Can I Make Keto Fried Pickles in Advance?

While they’re definitely best served freshly cooked because the moisture from the pickles will begin to make the coating soggy after they sit a while, you can crisp them up in an air fryer.

What are the Carbs in Dill Pickles?

There’re less than 4 grams of net carbs in a dill pickle. And that’s for an entire large dill. That makes them a great low carb snack!

dill pickles in white bowl

Are Pickles on Keto Okay?

Dill pickles are made from brining cucumbers. So, in general, dill pickles are great for Keto because the brine contains a good bit of sodium, which is a needed nutrient for those on Keto.

But be sure to read to label. Some brands include sugar or other non-Keto friendly ingredients for brining.

fried pickles being dipped in dipping sauce

Tips for the Best Keto Fried Pickles

How to Get the “Breading” to Stick to the Fried Pickles

Any type of water when mixed with oil will bubble up. When that happens it will push off anything that’s on the exterior of the pickles. Take the extra time and make sure the pickles are as dry and you can possibly get them before proceeding with the egg wash.

You can use pork panko instead of crushing your own pork rinds. This is a short time saver and since they have a long shelf life you can keep some in your pantry for a quick breading ingredient.

What Oil is Best for Keto Fried Pickles?

Because these are not deep fried any type of high smoke point oil that is Keto friendly will work. You want a high smoke point oil to keep the coating on the pickles from taking on a burned flavor.

Are There Other Methods to Cook Gluten Free Fried Dill Pickles?

Absolutely! Though, I will be honest, to get the closest version to the original fried dill pickles, frying is them is the best.

If you prefer, you can air fry them. Set the air fryer temp to 400F and cook for 10 minutes, flipping half way through, or until golden brown on both side.

You can also bake these in the oven. Preheat your oven to 400F. Place the dredged pickle slices on a wire baking rack on a sheet pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.

overhead view of fried pickles on plate with dipping sauce in bowl

What are Some Variations for the Best Keto Fried Dill Pickles?

  • Dill pickle spears are a very popular alternative to dill chips. If you want to try them, follow the same method as the chips, but you’ll need to increase the cooking time until they are cooked through.
  • Top your Keto fried pickles with additional grated parmesan! It adds a really tasty garnish!
  • Want a spicy little kick? Add just a dash of cayenne pepper to the oat fiber. It’ll give them a little heat without being too spicy.
  • Speaking of spice, some people enjoy adding a dash or two of hot sauce in their dipping sauce. If you like a little extra heat, give it a try.
  • Not a fan of spicy foods but would like a little added zesty flavor? Squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the tops of the pickles right when you remove them from the oil.
  • For the kids, they may prefer them served with a sugar free ketchup.

What is Oat Fiber? Is Oat Fiber Keto?

Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It’s pure insoluble fiber, which doesn’t dissolve in water and isn’t broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that’s why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!

What is a Substitute for Oat Fiber?

To get the best results, it’s best to use oat fiber if you can. If you’re unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.

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Keto Fried Pickles (Gluten Free)

A delicious Southern classic appetizer gets a Keto makeover. Crispy Fried Dill Pickles are perfect served Ranch or with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Author: Julianne
Servings 6
PREP 5 minutes
COOK 10 minutes
TOTAL 15 minutes

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • To make the breading, mix the pork rinds, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, salt and the almond flour together in a food processor and grind it to a fine powder. Set up a breading station with the oat fiber in one bowl, the beaten eggs in another and the breading mixture in the third bowl.
  • Take the pickle slices and dry them well on paper towels. Dip each one into the oat fiber first, then shake off any excess. You really want a very thin coating, just enough for the egg to adhere to. Then dip into the egg, also shaking off any excess. Then lastly, dip into the breading mixture.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet to medium heat and fry the pickles in small batches, just a couple of minutes on each side, or until they are golden.
  • Allow them to drain on paper towels before serving with my zesty dipping sauce or homemade ranch dressing.

Recipe Notes

Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It’s pure insoluble fiber, which doesn’t dissolve in water and isn’t broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that’s why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!
To get the best results, it’s best to use oat fiber if you can. If you’re unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.

*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Calories 171kcal
Nutrition Facts
Keto Fried Pickles (Gluten Free)
Amount per Serving
Calories
171
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Carbohydrates
 
6
g
2
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
14
g
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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