Brandon Bell/Getty Shake Shack has announced the launch of its newest side, Fried Pickles The addition marks the first time the fast-casual restaurant chain has added a side to its menu, other than the beloved crinkle-cut fries "These golden, tangy bites take pickles from a sandwich topping to main character status," Shake Shack teased in a press release obtained by PEOPLE Shake Shackis launching a new side for the first time ever! On Tuesday, May 20, the fast-casual restaurant chain debuted a brand new addition to the sides menu, which has so far only ever consisted of their beloved crinkle-cut fries. As of now, Fried Pickles will be available for a limited time alongside the new summer BBQ menu items, the company announced in a press release obtained by PEOPLE. "These golden, tangy bites take pickles from a sandwich topping to main character status," Shake Shack teased. Shake Shack The company wrote on a blog post on itswebsite, "Move aside Crinkle Cuts – it's time for our newest side to make its debut! Brine-y, Crispy, Craveable. Our newest side, Fried Pickles are here, and they are stealing the spotlight." "Featuring thick, juicy dill pickles fried to perfection, with a crisp outer layer packed full of flavor, for everything your summer BBQ (and beyond!) needs," the post added. "These Fried Pickles come with a side of our Buttermilk Ranch and can be enjoyed on their own, but they're even better when paired with a Sandwich, hot dog or even our Crinkle Cuts," Shake Shack wrote. Shake Shack The chain said in the press release that the new side "builds on the excitement from the recent rollout of Shake Shack's summer BBQ menu." "Last year, one-third of guests who tried the BBQ lineup shared their excitement for the fried pickle topping," the company added in the release, referencing the Carolina BBQ Burger with Fried Pickles and the Carolina BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Fried Pickles items which include the tasty treat. The side is made using crispy dill pickles in Shake Shack's "proprietary brine," with them being "lightly coated in a flavorful batter, perfectly seasoned and fried until crispy, then served with a side of house-made Shack Ranch for dipping," the company said, confirming that pricing starts at $3.99. Shake Shack said that the Fried Pickles' addition to the menu comes after one-third of Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) consumers "expressed interest in more side options to pair with their favorite Shake Shack burgers and sandwiches," adding, "Shake Shack listened, and delivered." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Last month, the chain confirmed the return of the summer BBQ menu, revealing that the Smoky Classic BBQ Burger, the Smoky Classic BBQ Chicken Sandwich, the Carolina BBQ Burger with Fried Pickles, the Carolina BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Fried Pickles, as well as the Spicy Fries and Spicy Cheese Fries would all be back nationwide as of May 2. "BBQ season is finally here and to celebrate, we're bringing our take on some classic flavors to the menu! Rather chill by the pool than melt at the grill? We got you covered with our limited-time BBQ Menu," Shake Shack wrote in a blog post on itswebsite. Shake Shack's news comes after Burger King got on the fried pickle bandwagon in November,announcing the release of their fried dill pickle spears, which are battered and breaded pickle fries with savory seasoning, that come with Hidden Valley Ranch sauce. Read the original article onPeople
