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Deep Fried Olives with Garlic Aioli Recipe

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Crispy, golden deep-fried garlic-stuffed olives served with a zesty homemade garlic aioli sauce. Perfect as a savory appetizer or party snack, these bite-sized treats combine the briny flavor of olives with a crunchy breadcrumb coating and a creamy, garlicky dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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For the Deep Fried Olives

  • Olive oil for frying (enough to fill a saucepan 2 inches deep)
  • 1 (10 ounce) jar Garlic Stuffed Olives, drained
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs

For the Garlic Aioli Sauce

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 heaping tablespoon minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the garlic aioli sauce: Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well, then chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Heat the oil: Pour enough olive oil into a saucepan to fill it 2 inches deep. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), ideal for deep frying.
  3. Coat the olives: Beat the egg in a small bowl. Add the drained garlic-stuffed olives to the beaten egg and coat them thoroughly.
  4. Bread the olives: Spread Italian seasoned bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Transfer the egg-coated olives to the bread crumbs, rolling them to ensure an even, complete coating.
  5. Deep fry: Carefully add the breaded olives to the hot oil in three batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch until golden brown, about 45 seconds per batch. Remove the olives with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve: Serve the deep-fried olives warm alongside the chilled garlic aioli dipping sauce for a delicious contrast of textures and flavors.

Notes

  • If you follow a vegan or egg-free diet, substitute the egg wash with a vegan egg replacer or simply brush the olives with olive oil before breading.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the fryer to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
  • Use high-quality Italian seasoned bread crumbs for best flavor.
  • The aioli can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Keywords: deep fried olives, garlic stuffed olives, appetizer, garlic aioli, party snack, Mediterranean appetizer

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