mom's fried cucumbers

Name: Mom's Fried Cucumbers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 medium cucumbers, sliced length wise-medium; 4 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup(s) cornmeal; 1 cup(s) all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 1 teaspoon(s) garlic poweder; 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper; 1/2 cup(s) cooking oil; additional salt and pepper

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JoSele Swopes

DELTA, CO

Updated on May 9, 2025

My mother grew up on a ranch in the western slopes of Colorado. Her family was from Pennsylvania. She grew up having fried cucumbers. Therefore, I grew up eating the same. I love this recipe. It has such a wonderful flavor. I hope you will also enjoy this recipe. It is so easy.

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Blue Ribbon Recipe

We loved these fried cucumbers dipped in ranch dressing. The golden brown crust has a slight crunch when you bite into them. Then you get a burst of the juicy cucumber. They're a little salty and tangy like a fried pickle. Great for snacking.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 20 Min

cook time 30 Min

method Pan Fry

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

5 medium cucumbers, sliced length wise-medium
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic poweder
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1/2 cup cooking oil
additional salt and pepper

How To Make mom's fried cucumbers

Step 1

Wash and slice off both ends of the cucumbers.

Step 2

Rub each end of the cucumber in a circular motion on a cutting board until it shows a slight foam. This helps get rid of the bitterness.
Step 3

Cut cross or lengthwise 1/4 inch thickness with rind still on.
Step 4

Sprinkle the slices with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to release excess water.
Step 5

Then pat the cucumbers dry with a paper towel.
Step 6

Beat 4 eggs in a bowl and set aside.
Step 7

Now mix your flour and spices in a separate bowl.
Step 8

Heat oil in a skillet on medium-high heat (about 350 degrees F). Don't let the oil get to hot or it will burn.
Step 9

Dip cucumbers in egg.
Step 10

Then dip in the flour mixture. If you want it crunchier, double dip in egg and flour.
Step 11

Place in hot oil.
Step 12

Cook until golden brown; 5-7 minutes turning halfway through.
Step 13

After cooking, sprinkle your salt and pepper on to taste.
Step 14

Serve hot.
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