Name: Crispy Fried Pickled Jalapeños: Zesty Ranch Dip
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) jar large deli sliced jalapeno peppers; 0.5 cup sour cream; 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix; 1 medium lime, zested and juiced; 3 cups vegetable oil; 0.5 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix; 0.33 cup water; 0.25 cup cornstarch

Jalapeno

Fried Pickled Jalapeños with Zesty Lime Ranch

Aug 19, 2025
by Abigayle Crooks
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
1 Likes

PREP TIME

20 mins
COOK TIME

10 mins
TOTAL TIME

30 mins
SERVING

10 People
VIEWS

6

Embark on a culinary adventure with these Fried Pickled Jalapeños, a symphony of textures and tastes. Crisp, tender jalapeño slices meet a creamy, zesty lime ranch, creating an unforgettable appetizer that's both simple to prepare and utterly addictive. Perfect for gatherings, game nights, or simply treating yourself!

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1 (16 ounce) jar large deli sliced jalapeno peppers

0.5 cup sour cream

1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix

1 medium lime, zested and juiced

3 cups vegetable oil

0.5 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix

0.33 cup water

0.25 cup cornstarch

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

15 g
Cholesterol

5 mg
Fiber

1 g
Protein

2 g
Saturated Fat

12 g
Sodium

505 mg
Fat

68 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Drain the pickled jalapeños, reserving 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon of the brine. Pat the jalapeños thoroughly dry with paper towels. (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, ranch dressing mix, lime zest, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of the reserved jalapeño brine. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Pour vegetable oil into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C). Use a candy thermometer to ensure accurate temperature. (10 minutes)

04

Step

In a shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, taco seasoning, remaining reserved jalapeño brine, and water until a smooth batter forms. (5 minutes)

05

Step

Place the cornstarch in a separate shallow dish. Toss the dried jalapeño slices in cornstarch, ensuring they are lightly and evenly coated. Shake off any excess cornstarch. (5 minutes)

06

Step

Using a fork, dip each cornstarch-coated jalapeño slice into the flour batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off. (5 minutes)

07

Step

Carefully add several battered jalapeño slices to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 1 1/2 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. (2 minutes per batch)

08

Step

Transfer the fried jalapeños to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining jalapeños, frying in batches. (15 minutes)

09

Step

Serve immediately with the chilled zesty lime ranch for dipping. Enjoy the delightful contrast of flavors and textures!

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Ensure the jalapeños are thoroughly dried before frying to prevent splattering.
The zesty lime ranch can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
If you don't have taco seasoning on hand, you can substitute with a blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.
Adjust the amount of lime juice in the ranch to your personal preference.

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