Description
Crispy and flavorful Southern Fried Okra recipe that makes a perfect appetizer or side dish. The okra is coated in a seasoned cornmeal mixture and fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
For the Fried Okra:
- 1 pound fresh okra, rinsed and patted dry with paper towels
- ¼ cup buttermilk, whole or low-fat
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Louisiana or Frank’s RedHot
- ¾ cup yellow cornmeal
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- Prepare the okra: Slice the okra into ¾ inch pieces, discarding the stems and tips.
- Heat the oil: Heat 3 inches of oil in a Dutch oven to 375°F.
- Prepare the coatings: Whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and hot sauce. In a separate bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, and seasonings.
- Coat and fry the okra: Dip okra in buttermilk, then coat with cornmeal mixture. Fry in batches until golden brown.
- Drain and serve: Transfer fried okra to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with ketchup or remoulade.
Notes
- You can use frozen okra if fresh is not available.
- Leftover fried okra can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, but it’s best fresh.
- If reheating, use an air fryer or toaster oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 122 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 441mg
- Fat: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22.5g
- Fiber: 3.9g
- Protein: 4.6g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
