Fried Okra Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Fried Okra
Dressing
Method
Prepare Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Cut Vegetables
Wash the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2
Assemble the Salad Base
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Fry Okra
- 3
Prepare Okra for Frying
In a medium bowl, combine sliced okra with cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until the okra is evenly coated.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry Okra
Carefully add the coated okra to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Make Dressing
- 6
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
- 7
Combine Salad and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the salad base and toss to coat. Top with the fried okra.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately while the okra is hot and crispy.