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    Dill Pickle Baked French Fries

    July 2, 2020 by Emily Cooper 32 Comments

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    Dill Pickle Baked French Fries Recipe -- A healthy, homemade french fry for pickle lovers! No added oils or fats, and oven baked to crispy perfection.

    Dill Pickle Baked French Fries Recipe on Parchment Paper with Pickle Jar Pickle

    If you are a pickle lover, you'll understand. If you're not, you're probably not even reading this sentence right now. The limit does not exist when it comes to pickle-fying any and everything. As the saying goes, fries before guys.

    What makes these pickle french fries delicious and healthy

    • russet potatoes
    • dill pickle juice
    • garlic powder
    • dried dill
    • kosher salt

    How to make this Dill Pickle Baked French Fries Recipe

    Rinse and pat dry 2 large russet potatoes, and cut into matchsticks. Set aside in a large bowl, and cover with a damp paper towel.
    Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add ΒΎ cup of dill pickle juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon dried dill. Heat until it reaches a gentle simmer. Remove from heat, uncover potatoes, and pour pickle juice mixture over potatoes. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours.

    Dill Pickle Juice in Jar

    Preheat oven to 450Β°F. Coat two large baking sheets with cooking spray, or cover with parchment paper, and set aside. Reserve ΒΌ cup of the pickle juice marinade, and drain the rest off the potatoes. Spread potatoes evenly on prepared baking sheets, and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
    Add reserved pickle juice to a spray bottle. If you don't have a spray bottle, you can also use a pastry brush to coat fries. Once fries come out of the oven, coat with pickle juice mixture, and sprinkle with Β½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and extra dried dill if desired. Serve immediately.

    Pro Tips:

    • Using a spray bottle to coat hot fries with pickle juice gives them extra pickle flavor without making them too soggy.
    • Top with chopped dill pickles for even more pickle-ness!
    • Don't crowd potatoes too close while baking. Giving them enough space helps to make them extra crispy.
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    FAQs

    My fries came out soggy. What happened?

    One of two things. One - You could have crowded the potatoes too close on the baking sheets. Giving them enough space in between helps make them crispy rather than steaming. If you need an extra baking sheet to give them enough space, use it. Two - You could have coated them in too much pickle juice. This is why I prefer using a spray bottle to coat them evenly without using too much liquid. If you can, I highly suggest getting a cheap spray bottle to use.

    How long do these fries keep for?

    I really suggest making these immediately before serving, as fries homemade or from a restaurant are far inferior when reheated. If really needed, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and are best reheated in the oven instead of the microwave to keep them crispy.

    These fries don't have enough pickle flavor for me. How do I add more?

    The longer you marinate the fries, the stronger pickle flavor they will have. You could also coat with additional dried dill and garlic powder when sprinkling with salt after they are baked. For even MORE, serve topped with chopped dill pickles for the ultimate dill pickle fry experience.

    Money-Saving Tips for this Dill Pickle Baked French Fries Recipe

    Buy in bulk. Purchase your russet potatoes in a larger bag instead of individually for a better bargain.
    Buy store brand. Go for store brand pickles (if you're not brand loyal). They tend to be less expensive. You can also shop for which pickles are on sale that week.

    more pickle lovers recipes:

    Dill Pickle Vinaigrette
    Creamy Dill Pickle Dressing
    Cheeseburger Burrito with Dill Pickle Fries

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    Dill Pickle Baked French Fries


    ★★★★★

    5 from 9 reviews

    • Author: Emily Cooper, RDN
    • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Dill Pickle Baked French Fries Recipe -- A healthy, homemade french fry for pickle lovers! No added oils or fats, and oven baked to crispy perfection.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 2 lbs (about 2 large) russet potatoes
    • ΒΎ cup dill pickle juice
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon dried dill
    • Β½ teaspoon kosher salt

    Instructions

    1. Rinse potatoes and pat dry. Cut into matchsticks, and set aside in a large bowl, and cover with a damp paper towel.
    2. In a small saucepan, add pickle juice, garlic powder, and dill. Heat over medium flame until mixture begins to simmer.
    3. Remove from heat, and remove paper towel from potatoes. Pour mixture over potatoes.
    4. Refrigerate 2-4 hours.
    5. Preheat oven to 450Β°F.
    6. Coat two baking sheets with cooking spray or parchment paper and set aside.
    7. Reserve ΒΌ cup of the pickle juice mixture, and transfer potatoes to baking sheets.
    8. Bake fries for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
    9. Add pickle juice to a spray bottle.
    10. Remove fries from oven, and spray with pickle juice.
    11. Sprinkle with salt and additional dill before serving.

    Notes

    • A pastry brush can be used in place of a spray bottle.
    • Prep Time: 2 hours
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 76
    • Sugar: 1
    • Sodium: 428
    • Fat: 0
    • Saturated Fat: 0
    • Unsaturated Fat: 0
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 17
    • Fiber: 1.5
    • Protein: 2
    • Cholesterol: 0

    Keywords: dill pickle, french fries, baked, potatoes, vegan, vegetarian, gluten free

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Katie Uhran

      July 02, 2018 at 6:32 am

      LOVE this recipe! Simple, easy, and delicious, because what's better than homemade french fries with a good burger.

      Reply
    2. Deborah Brooks

      July 02, 2018 at 8:25 am

      Pickle lover here! What a fun idea

      Reply
    3. Nicole from Fitful Focus

      July 02, 2018 at 10:38 am

      I do love pickles. I'd be down to try these! Not sure what the husband would think buuuuut more for me!

      Reply
    4. Abbey Sharp

      July 02, 2018 at 3:35 pm

      This is so genius! I love adding vinegar to my fries, so the dill pickle addition looks real delicious

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. katie

      July 02, 2018 at 5:19 pm

      Yum! Great idea!

      Reply
    6. Jessica Levinson

      July 02, 2018 at 11:52 pm

      This is a fun side for burger night! So easy and a great way to take french fries up a notch!

      Reply
    7. jill conyers

      July 03, 2018 at 6:55 am

      Totally misread the title and thought this was going to be a fried pickles recipe. Nonetheless, it sounds like a dish my kids would love.

      Reply
    8. Zarayoung

      July 15, 2018 at 6:05 pm

      Emily you're the great blogger. really i enjoy your post it was amazing post for help us. thanks for sharing.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    9. Amanda Stelter

      August 27, 2018 at 6:05 pm

      What a fun idea, I've always been a fan of that sour dill pickle taste! I've never thought to try it with French fries though, so innovative.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    10. Whitney E, R.D.

      August 27, 2018 at 6:51 pm

      Your recipe is perfect for a side at a barbecue or really anything. These sounds so delicious and flavorful. I like that they are very simple to make, too πŸ™‚

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Katey Davidson

      August 28, 2018 at 11:50 am

      HUGE pickle fan! This is right up my alley πŸ™‚ Can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    12. Lindsey Pine

      August 28, 2018 at 12:45 pm

      yum!! These fries sound amazing!

      Reply
    13. EA The Spicy RD

      August 28, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      I just pinned this-what a fun recipe! I definitely am a pickle lover, and my kids are too. Can't wait to make these yummy fries!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        September 05, 2018 at 7:22 am

        Thanks EA, hope everyone enjoys!

        Reply
    14. Stacey Mattinson

      August 28, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      My hubs is a huge pickle fan! He will love these!

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        September 05, 2018 at 7:21 am

        Yay for pickle lovers! πŸ˜€

        Reply
    15. Bridget aka EatRightMama

      August 29, 2018 at 9:34 am

      I love dill pickles but have never heard of pickle fries!! Will have to dig that almost empty pickle jar out and put the juice to good use! Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        September 05, 2018 at 7:20 am

        Thanks Bridget! Hope you enjoy as much as I do!

        Reply
    16. Erin Palinski-Wade

      August 29, 2018 at 9:17 pm

      What a great idea! I love fries and never would have thought to make them with pickles. Cant wait to try this!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        September 05, 2018 at 7:19 am

        Thanks Erin! Hope you love it! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    17. Catherine Brown

      September 03, 2018 at 10:56 am

      Oh, my gosh! I already know I'm going to love these! Marinating potatoes in dill pickle juice... brilliant!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        September 05, 2018 at 7:19 am

        Thanks Catherine! Hope you enjoy! πŸ˜€

        Reply
    18. Mandy Enright

      September 06, 2018 at 10:28 am

      This is such a great idea! Perfect for football season coming up!

      Reply
    19. Jodi Robinson

      September 23, 2018 at 8:09 pm

      These sound incredible.

      Reply
    20. Kara Lydon

      September 24, 2018 at 10:13 am

      These look so good, definitely NEED to try.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    21. Lauren Harris-Pincus

      September 24, 2018 at 10:52 am

      These sound so amazing!!

      Reply
    22. Marie

      September 24, 2018 at 5:29 pm

      We love pickles in my house so these would be a winner! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    23. Erin Palinski-Wade

      September 24, 2018 at 10:00 pm

      This is the best idea ever! I love pickles and fries- cant wait to try this!

      Reply
    24. Whitney E. RD

      September 25, 2018 at 3:22 pm

      Major pickle lover right here. Excited to try this recipe!

      Reply
    25. Katey Davidson

      September 25, 2018 at 4:30 pm

      I LOVE dill pickle fries! I'm such a fan and bet I would love this!

      Reply
    26. Amy Gorin

      September 25, 2018 at 10:37 pm

      I totally have to try this!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    27. Karly

      March 31, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      I'm a big pickle fan so I will definitely have to try this!

      Reply

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