Latest news with #ShackRanch
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I Tried Shake Shack's New Fried Pickles & Have BIG Feelings
You know what's absolutely shocking? Shake Shack only has a single side dish (crinkle-cut fries) on its menu. And it's been that way since the chain first opened 20 years ago. But that's about to change—for the first time ever, Shake Shack is introducing a new side to its menu. While you may have previously enjoyed the chain's fried pickles atop its Carolina BBQ Burger (another limited-time menu item), this marks the first time customers can order up a side of fried pickles to enjoy alongside any of the Shack's delicious handhelds. The catch? This option will only be available throughout the summer. And let me tell you, you're going to want to get your greedy fingers all over these. The fried pickles are made with the brand's own dill pickles (the same ones you'll find on many of its burgers) and proprietary brine, and are coated in a seasoned, fried batter, served alongside house-made Shack Ranch for dipping. The seasoning on the fried pickles might taste familiar—it's the same stuff you'll find on the Chicken Shack and is every bit as delicious when surrounding a pickle. One of the chefs in Shake Shack's Innovation Kitchen calls them a "warm pickle explosion," and I agree, they're dill-licious. These fried pickles have all the elements that take a fried pickle from good to great. There's a tangy bite of acid, a slight hint of heat, a substantial crunch, and, of course, fresh dill pickle flavor. Not only is the flavor perfectly executed, but the outer fried breading holds up extremely well—my fried pickles never got soggy, even over the 20 minutes that I kept going back for more, even after my full stomach kept telling me to stop. The ranch sauce provides a creamy juxtaposition to the crunchiness of the pickles and only adds to the overall dish. (I say this as someone who doesn't even really like ranch!) Now, this isn't my first foray into fried pickles. Like any New Yorker, I've paired the addictive snack with many a sports-viewing outing. I even recently got my hands on Popeyes' new fried pickles and, for that matter, its whole pickle menu. While I liked the chicken chain's version just fine, Shake Shack's takes the snack to the next level. Honestly, after what's sure to be a 10 out of 10 fan reaction, I wouldn't be surprised if (hot take incoming!) no one ever orders the fries again. At $3.99, the fried pickles are available beginning May 20 throughout the summer. And yes, it must be said: they're kind of a big dill. You Might Also Like Insanely Easy Weeknight Dinners To Try This Week 29 Insanely Delicious Vodka Cocktails
New York Post
21-05-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Shake Shack is adding a new side to its menu for the first time ever — and fans say it's ‘perfection'
It's dill-icious. On Tuesday, Shake Shack announced they were adding fried pickles to their menu, the first-ever side that isn't crinkle-cut fries. The new item features dill pickles in the restaurant's 'proprietary brine,' fried 'to perfection' with a crispy outer layer, and served with a side of house-made Shack Ranch. Advertisement 3 Shake Shack's fried pickles are served with a side of house-made Shack Ranch. Shake Shack 'Move aside Crinkle Cuts – it's time for our newest side to make its debut,' the press release read. 'Our newest side, Fried Pickles are here, and they are stealing the spotlight.' The addition of fried pickles to the menu builds from the excitement of Shake Shack's rollout of their summer BBQ menu. Advertisement Last year, one-third of customers who tried the summer lineup shared their delight for the fried pickle topping, featured on the chain's Carolina BBQ Burger and Carolina BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Shake Shack said. One-third of fast-food consumers also expressed interest in more side options at the Shack — and the chain pickled their interest. Fried pickles will be available on Shake Shack menus for $3.99 for a limited time. 3 The fried pickles were initially toppings on two of Shake Shack's sandwiches on the summer BBQ menu. Shake Shack Advertisement Shack Shake also recently released a new shake — the Dubai Chocolate Shake, inspired by the viral pistachio cream-and-pastry filled chocolate bars. Meanwhile, the restaurant is celebrating National Burger Month by offering a free burger to patrons every day from May 1 through June 1. 3 The addition of fried pickles to the menu builds from the excitement of Shake Shack's rollout of their summer BBQ menu. Tada Images – Advertisement Each week, one of four different burgers will be offered free of charge when customers order on the Shack App, online or at an in-Shack kiosk with the code 'BURGERMONTH.' Customers qualify for the mouth-watering freebie if they spend $10 or more at the franchise. From May 19 through May 25, customers can get a free Avocado Bacon Burger, and from May 26 through June 1, they can get a free ShackBurger.
Forbes
20-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Shake Shack Debuts Its First-Ever New Side Dish: Fried Pickles
Fried pickles with a side of ranch debuted on Shake Shack's menu on May 20, 2025 Shake Shack's meal options just got more versatile. On Tuesday, May 20th, the international fast food brand announced that they're adding a brand new side dish to the menu, the first such addition in the restaurant's 20-year history. Before today, crinkle cut fries (available plain, with cheese, with spicy cheese, or with bacon) were the only side on the restaurant's menu. Fried pickles are now available ala carte or as an add-on to any Shake Shack order this summer, an addition many former customers may be happy to see on the standard menu. In 2024, one-third of Shake Shack's guests who tried the seasonal BBQ lineup shared that they loved the fried pickle topping. Additional, one-third of quick service restaurant (QSR) consumers have expressed interest in more side options to pair with Shake Shack's burgers and sandwiches. Enter: Fried pickles for $3.99. Made with Shake Shack's proprietary brine, these crispy dill pickles are lightly coated in in batter, seasoned and fried until crispy, then served with a side of house-made Shack Ranch for dipping. 'Our new fried pickles are the perfect sidekick to our summer BBQ lineup," shared John Karangis, Executive Chef and Vice President of Culinary Innovation at Shake Shack. "We start with our classic Shack pickles and give them a flavorful coating and fry them until crispy. The contrast between the crunchy exterior and the juicy pickle interior pairs beautifully with our burgers. It's a classic summer favorite elevated the Shack way – premium ingredients cooked to order.' Shake Shack is far from the only QSR brand leaning into the pickle trend this year. In April, Popeyes launched a new, limited-edition pickle menu including a pickle glazed chicken sandwich, pickle glazed boneless and bone in wings, pickle lemonade, and fried pickles, served with ranch dipping sauce. This past November, Burger King also added its own version of a fried pickle: Pickle fries. The long dill spears are breaded, fried and served, like fries, to dip with Hidden Valley Ranch. Sonic also offers a similar pickle free Those eager for a fast food fried pickle taste test can also seek out renditions at Buffalo Wild Wings, Culver's, and Dairy Queen.
