Description
Crispy fried olives served with a creamy garlic aioli dipping sauce make a perfect appetizer or snack with a delightful crunch and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup large green olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- For the Garlic Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Set up a breading station with the seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls.
- Coat each olive first in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Repeat for all olives.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry olives in batches for about 2–3 minutes or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- For the aioli, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve the fried olives hot with garlic aioli on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use large olives for better coating and frying.
- Make sure oil temperature is steady to avoid greasy olives.
- The garlic aioli can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: fried olives, garlic aioli, crispy appetizer, Mediterranean snack, deep-fried olives