Fried Okra

Okra is a popular vegetable in Southern cuisine and is often used in dishes like gumbo and fried okra.

This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Fried Okra

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Quick Meals Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Okra
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Paprika
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the okra. Cut off the stems and slice the okra into 1/2-inch pieces.
2. In a bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Dredge the okra pieces in the cornmeal mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
5. Carefully place the coated okra in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Remove the fried okra from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 2g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.