Breaded and fried okra is a southern favorite.
Southern Fried Okra
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup white or yellow cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil
- Wash and slice okra; pat dry with paper
towels.
- Combine eggs and buttermilk; add okra,
and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder,
salt and pepper.
- Drain okra, small portions at a time,
using a slotted spoon.
- Dredge okra, small portions at a time,
in flour mixture.
- Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3-inches in
a Dutch oven of deep-fat fryer and heat to 375°F (190°C).
Fry okra until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve
immediately.
Makes 4 servings.
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