fried okra

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

This is my aunt's version of fried okra. She did not like to use any flour. My mom preferred this recipe.

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Pan Fry

Ingredients For fried okra

  • 2 lb
    fresh okra, smaller ones are better!!
  • 3 lg
    eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp
    water
  • 2 c
    cornmeal
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • vegetable oil

How To Make fried okra

  • 1
    Rinse the okra; drain well, and pat dry. Remove the tip and stem ends. Cut the okra crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. Set aside
  • 2
    Combine the eggs and water in a bowl; stir well. Add the okra and toss gently to coat well.
  • 3
    Combine the cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a bowl; stir well. Add okra to the cornmeal mixture, a few slices at a time, tossing gently to coat well.
  • 4
    Pour the oil to a depth of 1 inch into a large heavy skillet; heat to 375 degrees. Fry the okra in hot oil over medium heat until golden. Drain on paper towels.
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