Crispy Sonic Pickle Fries Recipe

If I ever had to put into words one of my absolute favorite snacks, it has to be—a Sonic pickle fry. These fries are tangy, crunchy, salty, and completely addictive. But here’s the catch: every time you crave them, you shouldn’t have to drive down to Sonic for a plate. You can make a batch at home that tastes just as good or better with some key ingredients!

What are Sonic Pickle Fries?

Sonic Pickle Fries are dill pickles cut into slices, coated with a crispy seasoned breading, and then deep-fried until golden brown. They crunch beautifully on the outside and have juicy, tangy interiors. Imagine them as huge, zesty punch French fries. So whether they come from the savory bar menu, appetizer platter, or side to a meal, these are great for all pickle lovers.

Ingredients

For the pickles:

• 1 jar dill pickle spears (cut into fry-sized strips)
• Paper towels (for patting dry)

For the coating:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt

For frying:

• Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying, about 3–4 cups)

Instructions

1. Wash the pickles with the water until they are clean. Drain all the spears and wipe with paper towels to get rid of the excess moisture.
2. Prepare for the breading station: put flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs with spices in the last one.
3. Coat the pickles: dredge each pickle strip in flour, then in egg, and finally in breadcrumbs while pressing gently to adhere to the coating.
4. Oil on heat: heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or large pot.
5. Cooking requires dropping the coated pickles into hot oil and letting them fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are a lovely golden brown and crisp.
6. Using a slotted spoon, take out the drained pickles and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to soak up the excess oil. Serve hot.

Storage Tips

• Best eaten directly after frying while hot and crispy.
• If you do have some left, secure them inside an airtight container inside the refrigerator for two days. Later, to revive the crunch, warm them in an oven or air fryer.

Serving Suggestions

• Dipping sauces such as ranch, chipotle mayo, or Sonic’s zesty sauce all complement the fried pickles.
• This makes for a fun side dish when served along with some burgers or sandwiches.
• A great party snack with plenty of dipping sauces!

Pro Tips & Variations

• An air fryer should do the job at 400 °F for about 8 to 10 minutes for the less-caloric choice.
• Feel free to spice things up by adding cayenne to the breadcrumbs or chili powder.
• Different types of pickles—crinkle cut or pickle chips—keep things interesting.

FAQs

1. Is it possible to bake these fries?

Definitely! Bake them in a 425-degree oven for about 15 minutes, turning them halfway for crispness.

2. Are these spicy?

Not unless you want them to be; in that case, add cayenne or hot sauce.

3. Is it possible to make it free of gluten?

Sure—we just suggest using gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.

4. What are the best pickles to use?

Classically, dill pickle spears work wonderfully, but sandwich slices or even whole pickles cut into strips are also great options.

Try It!

Nothing beats crispy and tangy homemade Sonic Pickle Fries. They are quick to whip up and simply great fun to eat before the gathering comes to an end. If you are a pickle fan, serve this one up—your friends may never visit the drive-thru again!