Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli
A delightful appetizer combining crispy fried olives and creamy garlic aioli, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Fried Olives
- 1 jar green olives (pitted)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute gluten-free flour.
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with flaxseed eggs for a vegan option.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
For the Garlic Aioli
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise For vegan option, use vegan mayonnaise.
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by draining the olives from the jar. Pat them dry with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well during frying.
- Create a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
Breading the Olives
- Dip each olive in flour, coat it in the egg mixture, then roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
Frying
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat (to about 350°F or 175°C). Test temperature with a breadcrumb; it should sizzle.
- Carefully add the breaded olives in batches and fry them until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the olives with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels.
Garlic Aioli Preparation
- In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Serving
- Serve the fried olives warm alongside the garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
You can customize the recipe by using different herbs in the aioli or a variety of olives. For a twist, consider stuffing olives before frying.