Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli
These crispy, golden fried olives are served with a creamy garlic aioli dip that takes your appetizer game to the next level. A perfect snack or appetizer for parties, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
- For the Fried Olives:
- 1 cup green olives drained
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
- For the Garlic Aioli:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the garlic aioli: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare the breading stations: In three separate bowls, place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
- Bread the olives: Dip each olive first in the flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring each olive is well covered.
- Heat the oil: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the olives: Fry the breaded olives in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Serve the fried olives hot with the garlic aioli dip.
Notes
- For extra flavor: You can add some dried herbs (like oregano or thyme) to the breadcrumbs for a Mediterranean twist.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic aioli for a spicy kick.
- Storage: These olives are best served immediately but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day. Reheat in the oven for best results.