Description
Learn how to make delicious Southern Fried Okra at home with this easy recipe. Crispy and flavorful, this classic dish is perfect as a side or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 to 1 1/2 pounds okra, caps cut off and sliced
Batter:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a pie plate or paper lunch bag, combine flour, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare Egg Wash: Whisk together egg and milk in a small bowl.
- Coat Okra: Dip okra slices in the egg mixture, then coat with the flour mixture.
- Fry Okra: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, fry the okra in batches until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Remove fried okra to a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy texture.
- Season the okra immediately after frying for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
