Fried Okra Recipe
Fried okra seasoned with Doc's Spice blend and served with Doc's Remoulade.
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Ingredients
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Fried Okra
Doc's Remoulade
Method
Fried Okra
- 1
Prepare the Okra
Wash and dry the fresh okra. Trim the ends and slice them into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Wet Mixture
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.
- 4
Coat the Okra
Dip the sliced okra pieces into the wet mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge them in the dry breading mixture until well coated.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 6
Fry the Okra
Carefully add the coated okra pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Doc's Remoulade
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Mix Well
Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.