FRIED PICKLES 1 qt. crisp cucumber pickle slices 1/2 c. flour 3 c. salad oil Batter: 1 1/4 c. flour 1 c. ketchup 1 c. beer 1/2 tsp. salt 2 beaten egg yolks 2 stiffly beaten egg whites Prepare batter by combining flour, ketchup, beer, salt and egg yolks. Fold in stiffly beaten egg whites. Drain crisp cucumber pickle slices. Dredge slices in about 1/2 cup flour, then dip 1 slice at a time in batter. Fry quickly in 3 cups salad oil heated to 350 degrees. Drain slices on paper towels. Serve either hot or cold. Sprinkle with salt.
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