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Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli

A delightful party snack featuring crispy, savory fried olives served with a creamy garlic aioli dip.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Olives
  • 1 cup green olives (pitted)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko) for best crunch
  • Oil for frying vegetable or olive oil
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by pitting the olives if they are not already pitted. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. In three separate bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
Coating and Frying
  1. Dip each olive into the flour, shaking off the excess, then coat it in the egg mixture, and finally roll it in the breadcrumbs until fully covered.
  2. In a deep frying pan over medium heat, add enough oil for frying—around 1-2 inches deep. Allow it to heat up to around 350°F (175°C).
  3. Carefully place the coated olives in the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, usually around 2-3 minutes.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried olives to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Making the Garlic Aioli
  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Serving
  1. Arrange the fried olives on a platter alongside the garlic aioli for dipping. Enjoy this crunchy deliciousness!

Notes

For best results, use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter texture. Adjust the seasoning in the aioli as per taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.