Crispy Fried Okra
Golden-brown fried okra with a crunchy cornmeal crust and tender interior. A classic Southern vegetable side dish that's addictively delicious and easy to make.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Trim okra pods and pat completely dry with paper towels. Moisture will prevent proper crisping.
Step 2
Mix flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bowl.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 4
Working in batches, coat okra pods in the cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess.
Step 5
Carefully add coated okra to hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Remove fried okra with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 7
Season with additional salt while still warm. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- paper towels
- shallow bowl
- deep pot or deep fryer
- candy thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towel-lined plate
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