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Fabulous Fried Okra

Source of Recipe


From "The Complete Southern Cookbook" by Tammy Algood



List of Ingredients



• 12 okra pods, sliced into ¼-inch slices
  
• 1 Tbsp water
  
• 1 cup plain cornmeal
  
• 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  
• 1 tsp salt
  
• ½ tsp black pepper
  
• Vegetable oil
  






Instructions



1. Sprinkle the okra with the water and set aside.
   
   
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper.
   Pour the oil to the depth of 1 inch in a large cast-iron skillet and place over medium-high heat. Bring to 350°F.
   
   
3. Coat the okra in the cornmeal mixture and carefully drop in the hot oil.
   Fry until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve.
   
   Makes 4 to 6 servings.