Description
This Fried Okra recipe results in crispy, golden-brown okra pods coated in a flavorful cornmeal mixture. Perfect as a side dish or snack!
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Fried Okra:
- 10 pods okra, sliced in 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak Okra: Place okra in beaten egg and let it soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Prepare Coating: Mix cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Coat Okra: Dredge soaked okra in the cornmeal mixture.
- Fry Okra: Carefully fry the coated okra until golden, stirring continuously.
- Drain and Serve: Remove fried okra and drain on paper towels before serving hot.
Notes
- Sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper into the cornmeal mixture for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 167mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
