Southern Fried Okra

Okra is a popular vegetable in Southern cuisine and is often referred to as ‘lady’s fingers’ due to its long and slender shape.

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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Southern Fried Okra

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: 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
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Wash and slice the okra into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2. In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Dip the okra slices into buttermilk, then coat them in the cornmeal mixture.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Fry the coated okra slices in batches until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 17g6%

Sugars 1g

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.