# Components:
→ Fried Pickles
01 - 2 cups dill pickle chips or spears, drained and patted dry
02 - 1 cup buttermilk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 cup cornmeal
05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Pickled-Wrapped Bites
12 - 8 large dill pickle spears
13 - 8 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
14 - 8 slices deli turkey or ham (optional, omit for vegetarian)
→ Assorted Pickled Vegetables
15 - 1 cup pickled carrots
16 - 1 cup pickled onions
17 - 1 cup pickled green beans
18 - 1 cup pickled jalapeños
19 - 1 cup pickled cauliflower or preferred pickled vegetables
→ Dipping Sauce
20 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
21 - 2 tablespoons pickle brine
22 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
# Directions:
01 - Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, blend flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip each pickle chip or spear into buttermilk and then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry pickles in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain thoroughly on paper towels.
02 - Lay each cheese slice on a flat surface and top with a slice of turkey or ham if desired. Position a pickle spear at one end and roll tightly. Secure with toothpicks as needed and repeat for remaining spears.
03 - On a serving platter, arrange the fried pickles, pickled-wrapped bites, and assorted pickled vegetables in a visually appealing manner.
04 - In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing, pickle brine, and fresh dill. Whisk until evenly blended and serve alongside the platter.
