Jazz up the breading mixture with a little Cajun seasoning, if you want spicier fried okra.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh okra pods
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons shortening, part bacon drippings if possible
Preparation:
Wash okra; cut off tips and stem ends. Cut pods into 1/4-inch slices. Sprinkle sliced okra with salt and pepper. Combine cornmeal and flour in a wide, shallow bowl; roll okra in mixture. Sauté okra until golden brown.
Recipe for fried okra serves 6.
Recipe for fried okra serves 6.
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