Crispy Skillet Fried Okra Recipe (Print Version)
Learn how to make crispy skillet fried okra with this easy, delicious recipe that's perfect as a snack or side dish.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Southern
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cups fresh okra, sliced
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornmeal
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Vegetable oil, for frying
# Instructions:
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Wash the okra thoroughly, pat it dry, and slice it into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
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Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour buttermilk into another bowl.
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Dip okra rounds into the buttermilk, then coat them with the flour-cornmeal mixture.
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Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the okra until golden brown and crispy.
# Notes:
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Ensure oil temperature is right for crispiness.
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Experiment with different seasonings for unique flavors.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Cast iron skillet
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mixing bowls
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slotted spoon
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deep fry thermometer
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 200
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 22g
Protein: 3g