Hand-breaded Onion Rings Or Fried Okra Recipe
Make Hand-breaded Onion Rings Or Fried Okra Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For Hand-Breaded Onion Rings
For Fried Okra
Method
For Hand-Breaded Onion Rings
- 1
Prepare the Onions
Peel the onions and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Onion Rings
Dip each onion ring into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered rings into the hot oil.
- 5
- 6
Serve
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
For Fried Okra
- 7
Prepare the Okra
Rinse the fresh okra and slice it into 1/2 inch pieces.
- 8
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Gradually add the wet mix to the dry mix, stirring until just combined.
- 9
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Bread the Okra
Dip each okra piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered okra into the hot oil.
- 11
Fry the Okra
Fry the okra until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- 12
Serve
Serve hot as a snack or appetizer, with ranch dressing or hot sauce.
