Alabama Fire Crackers

📝 Ingredients

• 1 ⅔ cups canola oil
• 2 packs powdered ranch seasoning
• 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (16-ounce) box Saltine crackers, all 4 sleeves

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. 1

   Add the canola oil, ranch seasoning, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to a gallon-size zip-top bag.

2. 2

   Zip the bag and mix the oil and seasonings together really well. Use your hands to help combine everything.

3. 3

   Add all 4 sleeves of Saltine crackers to the bag and zip it tightly.

4. 4

   Turn the bag upside down and right side up for about 1 minute to get the seasoned oil incorporated into the crackers.

5. 5

   Lay the bag flat and let it sit for 15 to 24 hours, flipping the bag every few hours.

6. 6

   Pour into your favorite bowl and serve. They’re also great with a side of pimento cheese!

💡 Tips for Success

• Use canola oil: Canola oil is the recommended oil for this recipe because it absorbs into the crackers well. Other oils may not give you the same result.
• Mix the seasoning first: Take a minute to really combine the oil and seasonings before adding the crackers so the seasoning is distributed more evenly.
• Don’t rush the resting time: The crackers need time to absorb the seasoned oil. I recommend letting them sit overnight.
• Keep flipping the bag: Flipping the bag every few hours helps distribute the oil throughout all of the crackers.
• Want more heat? Add a little extra red pepper flakes if you like your Fire Crackers with more of a kick.
• Serve with pimento cheese: This is my favorite way to serve them. The creamy pimento cheese is so good with the spicy, crunchy crackers.