Fried okra is a Southern classic and is a year-round favorite in our house! It can be served as a delicious snack or appetizer, or as a side dish to other Southern favorites. I recommend you use fresh okra rather than frozen - fresh okra will keep its crunch and the batter will stick better! I like to serve them with homemade Buttermilk Ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
1-pound fresh okra, washed and sliced into 1-inch-sized pieces
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup flour
¾ cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½-1 cup vegetable oil
Directions
To a medium-sized bowl, mix okra with buttermilk. Allow to soak for at least 5 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and spices.
Over medium-high heat, add ½ to 1 cup oil.
Working in small batches, drop okra pieces into flour mixture and coat evenly.
Carefully, place battered okra into prepared skillet.
Fry okra for approximately 3-4 minutes or until all sides are golden brown.
Remove cooked okra to a paper towel-lined plate and allow excess oil to drain off.
Continue working in small batches until all okra is cooked.
Serve warm.
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