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Margaritaville Fried Pickles Recipe
Margaritaville’s Fried Pickles are a crispy and tangy delight, featuring pickle spears coated in a flavorful batter and deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a savory and addictive snack reminiscent of coastal indulgence.
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Photo by Mark H. Anbinder
Margaritaville Fried Pickles
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Margaritaville
Margaritaville is a globally recognized restaurant chain inspired by the laid-back, carefree spirit of Jimmy Buffett’s iconic song “Margaritaville.” Established in 1987, it has expanded to various locations across the United States and around the world, each exuding a tropical and beachy ambiance that captures the essence of a Margaritaville state of mind.
The restaurant’s menu is a celebration of coastal and Caribbean cuisine, featuring an array of seafood, grilled dishes, and island-inspired specialties. One of the signature dishes is the Volcano Nachos, a colossal portion of tortilla chips smothered in cheese, chili, and fresh guacamole. Margaritaville’s beverage menu is equally impressive, offering a wide range of margaritas and tropical co*cktails that transport guests to a relaxed, beachside paradise.
The decor is designed to immerse patrons in an island getaway, complete with tiki bars, vibrant colors, and tropical foliage. Live music often accompanies the dining experience, featuring tunes that reflect the Margaritaville lifestyle.
This restaurant brand extends beyond dining, encompassing resorts, hotels, and a lifestyle brand, epitomizing the notion that it’s always five o’clock somewhere. Margaritaville provides an escape from the daily grind, inviting guests to kick back, relax, and savor the pleasures of the coastal life and the easygoing spirit of the tropics.
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Fried Pickles
Fried Pickles, a popular and flavorful appetizer, have a history rooted in Southern cuisine. While the exact origins are debated, many attribute the creation of this crispy snack to the Southern United States, where pickles were dipped in batter and deep-fried to create a unique and delicious treat. The tanginess of the pickles paired with the crunchy exterior became an instant hit.
Fried pickles come in various styles, with some recipes using dill pickles and others opting for bread-and-butter pickles. The pickles are typically coated in a seasoned batter or breading before being fried to golden perfection. Variations may include additional spices, but the fundamental combination of the pickles’ briny flavor and the crispy coating remains consistent.
This savory snack has transcended regional boundaries, gaining popularity across the United States and beyond. Many restaurants and eateries, both casual and upscale, have embraced fried pickles as a staple on their appetizer menus. Notable establishments, particularly those with a Southern influence, often pride themselves on serving high-quality fried pickles.
Whether enjoyed as a bar snack, side dish, or standalone appetizer, fried pickles have become a beloved part of American culinary culture. Their popularity reflects the timeless appeal of transforming a humble pickle into a crispy, flavorful indulgence that continues to delight taste buds and add a touch of Southern charm to menus across the country.
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Margaritaville Fried Pickles Recipe
Margaritaville's Fried Pickles are a crispy and tangy delight, featuring pickle spears coated in a flavorful batter and deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a savory and addictive snack reminiscent of coastal indulgence. Make our Margaritaville Fried Pickles Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Fried Pickles will taste just like Margaritaville.
Prep Time25 minutes mins
Active Time15 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Party Recipe, Snack
Cuisine: American, Brew Pub/Bar Food, Island-Inspired
Keyword: Fried Pickles, Margaritaville
Yield: 1 Plate Full of Fried Pickles
Ingredients
- Margaritaville Dipping Sauce (See Box Below for this Recipe)
- 1 pint jar sliced Dill Pickles
- 1 large Egg beaten
- 1 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour divided use
- Hot Sauce of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Red Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- Vegetable Oil for frying
Instructions
Prepare Margaritaville Dipping Sauce according to the recipe in the Box below. Set aside. Can be done in advance. Store in a tightly sealed container, in the refrigerator, until ready to serve.
Drain pickles in a colander over a bowl to catch the juice. Reserve 2/3 cup of the pickle juice.
Remove pickles to a paper towel-covered plate to drain. Press pickles between more paper towels to dry.
In a medium bowl, add reserved pickle juice, beaten egg, 1 tablespoon flour and hot sauce, to taste. Stir well to combine. Set aside.
In another medium bowl, add remaining 1 1/2 cup flour, red pepper, garlic powder, salt and paprika. Blend well.
Pour oil into a medium to large skillet or deep fryer. Heat to 375°F as measured on a candy thermometer.
When oil is hot and shimmering, dip a handful of pickles in egg mixture. Turn to coat fully.
Remove from egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and move to in flour mixture. Turn and toss to fully coat, making sure to pull pickles apart for each other.
Place breaded pickles in hot hot and fry oil until golden brown.
Remove to a paper towel-covered plate to drain.
Repeat with remaining pickles until done.
Serve immedieately, hot, with Margaritaville Dipping Sauce and/or Other Dipping Sauces (See Box below for Links to Some Good Ones!)
Margaritaville Fried Pickles
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Margaritaville Dipping Sauce Recipe
Enjoy Margaritaville Dipping Sauce as a dip for fried pickles, onion rings, french fries and more or as a spread on sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs. Makes about 3/4 of a cup.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Dip, Dipping Sauce, Sandwich and Burger Spread, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Island-Inspired
Keyword: Dip, Dipping Sauce, Margaritaville
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Horseradish Sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon dried or freshly chopped Oregano
- 1 dash ground freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
- 1 dash ground Cayenne Pepper to taste
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a bowl. Mix well.
Store in a tightly sealed container, in the refrigerator, until ready to serve.
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