Description
Southern Fried Okra is a beloved Southern classic that delivers irresistible crunch and savory flavor in every bite. This dish features tender okra coated in a perfectly seasoned cornmeal mixture, then fried to golden perfection. Ideal as a side dish for barbecues or a tasty snack during game night, Southern Fried Okra is sure to become a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh okra, sliced into ½ inch pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup coarse cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash and dry the okra, then slice it into ½ inch pieces.
- Soak the sliced okra in buttermilk for 30 minutes to retain moisture.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper.
- After soaking, coat each piece of okra in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring an even layer.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F).
- Fry the coated okra pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes until they are golden brown. Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg