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Ingredients
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Fried Okra Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Okra
Wash the fresh okra and slice it into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Okra
Dip the sliced okra into the buttermilk and then dredge it in the cornmeal mixture until well coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, 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. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried okra and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
