Description
Imagine a cozy evening. Where laughter fills the air. And the warmth. Of shared stories. Brings hearts closer. In the midst of this joy. A platter of Golden Fried Olives & Creamy Aioli. Becomes the silent hero of the night. Each olive. Wrapped in a crispy golden shell. Is a burst of savory bliss. Perfectly complemented by the creamy, garlicky aioli. That whispers tales of distant shores. And family gatherings. This isn’t just a recipe. It’s a bridge. To moments of connection. An invitation to create memories over simple. Yet profoundly delightful bites. In every olive. And dollop of aioli. Lies the promise of a new story. Waiting to be savored and cherished.
Ingredients
For The Fried Olives:
1 jar (5 1/2 ounces) of small pimento stuffed olives
1/2 c panko bread crumbs
1/2 c flour
1 egg, beaten
Canola oil, for frying
For The Garlic Aioli:
1/3 c mayonnaise
1 scant tablespoon lemon juice
1 heaping tablespoon minced garlic
Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
Aioli:
Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Mix well and chill.
Fried Olives:
Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 325-350Β°F.
Prepare three plates: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.
Coat olives in flour, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
Fry in batches until golden.
Drain on paper towels.
ServeΒ the fried olives warm with the chilled aioli.
Notes
For those who revel in the golden delight of Fried Olives & Creamy Aioli. But navigate the journey of gluten-free dining. Fear not! Transforming this recipe. Into a gluten-free wonder. Is simple. And maintains all the joyous flavors of the original. Swap the panko breadcrumbs. For a gluten-free alternative. That promises the same crispy satisfaction. Without compromise. Opt for a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. In place of regular flour. To ensure your olives. Are safely coated in a gluten-free hug. Before taking their dive. Into the sizzling dance of oil. This small pivot. Not only makes the dish. Accessible to everyone. But also adds a new chapter of inclusivity to its story. Inviting all to indulge in its crispy. Creamy embrace. Welcome to a world. Where dietary restrictions open doors. To culinary creativity. Making each bite. A testament. To the boundless joy of shared flavors.
