Southern Fried Okra
Crispy golden okra pods coated in seasoned cornmeal and fried until tender inside and crunchy outside. A classic Southern side dish that's irresistible as an appetizer or vegetable course.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse okra pods under cold water and pat completely dry with paper towels. Trim off the stem ends.
Step 2
Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large cast iron skillet to 350°F on a deep-fry thermometer.
Step 4
Working in batches, dip okra pods into buttermilk, then roll in cornmeal mixture, coating evenly on all sides.
Step 5
Carefully place coated okra into hot oil, frying 3-4 minutes per batch until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Remove okra with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with additional salt while still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 2 shallow bowls
- Paper towels
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- Deep-fry thermometer
- Slotted spoon
- Whisk
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