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Crispy Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli

A delightful snack combining crunchy fried olives with a creamy garlic aioli, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • deep skillet

Ingredients
  

Crispy Fried Olives

  • 1 cup pitted green olives
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • vegetable oil (for frying)

Garlic Aioli

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the pitted green olives under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Prepare a three-part breading station with all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • Combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl to make the garlic aioli, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Dip each olive in flour, then eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture before frying.
  • Fry the olives in batches for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
  • Serve the crispy fried olives warm with garlic aioli for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalProtein: 5gSodium: 500mg
Keyword fried olives, garlic aioli
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