Foryoueats: Fried Pickles

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) jar sliced pickles
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 4 cups canola oil, for frying
• Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing, for dipping