Fried Okra
From the Americas, cornmeal. From Africa, okra. Combine the two with seasonings, dip in egg, and deep-fry until tender for a delicious side dish recipe that's authentically Southern.
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Fried Okra
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Directions
- Wash okra; trim ends. Slice okra into bite-size pieces; set aside. In a medium bowl combine flour, cornmeal, salt, red pepper, and black pepper; mix well.
- In a shallow bowl beat together egg and milk. Dip okra into milk mixture, then into cornmeal mixture; coat well. Fry about one-third of the okra at a time in deep, hot fat (365 degrees F) for 3 to 4 minutes or until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a 300 degree F oven while frying remaining okra. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts (Fried Okra)
- Per serving:
- 208 kcal ,
- 15 g fat
- (2 g sat. fat ,
- 36 mg chol. ,
- 195 mg sodium ,
- 16 g carb. ,
- 4 g pro.