Fried Okra

Crispy fried okra, coated with seasoned cornmeal, is a Southern classic and an easy, tasty summer appetizer!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 394 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 10 pods okra, sliced in 1/4 inch pieces
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a small bowl, soak okra in egg for 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge okra in the cornmeal mixture, coating evenly.

Step 4

Carefully place okra in hot oil; stir continuously. Reduce heat to medium when okra first starts to brown, and cook until golden. Drain on paper towels.