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Ingredients
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Fried Okra
Method
Fried Okra Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Breading
In a medium bowl, mix together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 2
Coat the Okra
In another bowl, combine the beaten egg and buttermilk. Dip the sliced okra into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until well-coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 4
Fry the Okra
Carefully add the breaded okra to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the fried okra hot with Harissa Aioli on the side.
