Jun 09 2026
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Appetizer Platter Recipe

Inspired by Donnell's Kitchen & Lounge
Time45m
Serves4

okra, onion rings, & loaded fries

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Ingredients

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Okra

Onion Rings

Loaded Fries

Method

Okra

  1. 1

    Prepare the Okra

    Wash the fresh okra and slice them into 1/2 inch pieces.

  2. 2

    Make the Batter

    In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg with water.

  3. 3

    Coat the Okra

    Dip the okra pieces into the egg mixture, then coat them with the cornmeal-flour mixture.

  4. 4

    Fry the Okra

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the okra in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Onion Rings

  1. 5

    Prepare the Onions

    Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2 inch thick rings.

  2. 6

    Make the Batter

    In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk together.

  3. 7

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Dip each onion ring into the egg-milk mixture, then coat with the flour-cornmeal mixture.

  4. 8

    Fry the Onion Rings

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot. Fry the onion rings in batches until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Loaded Fries

  1. 9

    Cook the Fries

    Prepare the frozen french fries according to package instructions until crispy.

  2. 10

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the hot fries.

  3. 11

    Melt the Cheese

    Return the fries to the oven for a few minutes until the cheese melts.

  4. 12

    Garnish and Serve

    Top with chopped green onions and serve with a side of sour cream.

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