Fried Okra
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Fried Okra

Crispy cornmeal-crusted okra pods - a beloved Southern side that's crunchy, savory, and addictive.

35 min
6 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

20m

Cook Time

15m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

220

Protein

4 g

Carbs

28 g

Fat

10 g

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh okra, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1

Soak okra in buttermilk for 15 minutes.

2

Mix cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder.

3

Heat 2 inches of oil to 375°F in a deep skillet.

4

Remove okra from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.

5

Toss okra in cornmeal mixture to coat well.

6

Fry in batches 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.

7

Drain on paper towels.

8

Season with additional salt while hot and serve immediately.

Chef's Comfy Tip

The key to non-slimy fried okra is making sure your oil is hot enough and not overcrowding the pan.

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