Enjoy the unique and delicious taste of fried cucumbers with this easy-to-follow recipe. These crispy cucumbers are coated in a flavorful batter and fried to perfection. They make a great appetizer or side dish for any meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Oil for frying
Directions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry.
- Cut the cucumbers into thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip each cucumber slice into the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the cucumber slices in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks.
- Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated cucumber slices into the skillet, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Fry the cucumbers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried cucumber slices from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the fried cucumbers hot as an appetizer or side dish. They can be enjoyed on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce.
