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Crispy Southern Okra

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
15 min
TOTAL TIME
30 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner Southern
Crispy Southern Okra
Ingredients
  • 10 pods okra, sliced in 1/4 inch pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
1
To prepare the okra, first combine an egg in a small bowl and submerge the okra into it. Allow this mixture to sit for 5-10 minutes, allowing the egg to penetrate and tenderize the okra.
2
Next, in a separate bowl of moderate size, mix together cornmeal, salt, and pepper to create a uniform blend. This will serve as the coating for the okra.
3
In a larger skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, take the okra and coat it evenly with the cornmeal mixture.
4
Carefully pour the coated okra into the hot oil, stirring constantly to prevent burning. As soon as the okra begins to brown, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking until it reaches a golden color.
5
Finally, remove the okra from the oil with a slotted spoon and place it on paper towels to drain excess oil.