Fried Okra

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Heat to 365°F in a large skillet: ½ inch vegetable oil

2. Step 2.

   While the oil heats, wash, dry, trim off the stems, and slice into ½-inch pieces: 1 pound okra

3. Step 3.

   In a medium bowl, combine: 1 cup fine cornmeal; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder or onion powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

4. Step 4.

   Set aside. Whisk together in a second medium bowl: ⅓ cup milk; 1 large egg

5. Step 5.

   Toss the okra in the milk mixture, then in the cornmeal mixture. Add the okra to the hot oil in batches and fry, stirring occasionally, until browned, 4 to 6 minutes. Do not crowd the skillet and keep an eye on the temperature of the oil, adjusting the heat of the burner as needed. Remove the okra with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.