Prefect fried okra, and the best thing about this recipe is the breading stays on.
- 1 pound Fresh, Tender Okra sliced
- 2 whole Eggs Beaten
- ¼ cups Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 dash Black Pepper, Or To Taste
- 3 cups Vegetable Oil For Frying
Wash and slice okra; pat dry with paper towels.
Combine eggs and buttermilk; add okra, and let stand for 10 minutes.
Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and pepper.
Drain okra, small portions at a time, using a slotted spoon.
Dredge okra, small portions at a time, in flour mixture.
Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3 inches in a Dutch oven or deep fryer and heat to 375 degrees F.
Fry okra until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

It has been years since we have had fried okra. Thank you for reminding me of what is good in life!
I know what you mean, it’s just not one of those things you don’t have often. This recipe is so good! I love it because the breading stays on. Hope you give it a try
thanks for the comment!
I plan to next week’s menu!
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