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Deep-Fried Okra

Source of Recipe


From "Nathalie Dupree's Southern Memories"



List of Ingredients



• 2 pounds okra, well rinsed
  
• 1 egg, beaten
  
• 2 Tbsp water
  
• 2 cups buttermilk
  
• 4 tsp salt
  
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 2 cups cracker meal or saltines crushed to the consistency of cornmeal
  
• Freshly ground black pepper
  
• 4 cups vegetable oil
  






Instructions



1. Cut the stem ends off the cleaned okra and slice ¼-inch thick. In a large bowl, mix together the egg, water, buttermilk, and 2 teaspoons salt. Add the okra to the mixture. Mix together the flour, cracker meal, the remaining 2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper in another bowl.
   
   
2. Remove the okra from the buttermilk with a slotted spoon and add by spoonfuls to the flour. Toss lightly to coat and remove to a cake rack to shake off the excess flour.
   
   
3. Meanwhile, heat the oil in an electric skillet or deep-frying pan to 350°F.
   Add the okra by large spoonfuls and fry until golden brown, turning as necessary. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel to drain. Keep warm while you fry the remaining okra. Serve hot.
   
   Serves 6