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Ingredients
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Fried Okra
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Okra
Wash the okra pods and slice them into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2
Make the Coating
In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Dredge the Okra
Dip the sliced okra into the buttermilk, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- 5
Fry the Okra
Carefully add the coated okra to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried okra from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with house-made ranch dressing.
