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Southern Fried Okra

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A delightful Southern dish featuring perfectly fried okra with a crispy cornmeal coating and a hint of garlic and paprika.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh okra, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • About 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Okra: Wash and slice the okra into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside.
  2. Marinate: In a large mixing bowl, pour the buttermilk over the sliced okra and stir gently. Allow it to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  4. Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dredge the Okra: Remove okra from buttermilk and dredge in cornmeal mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Fry the Okra: Fry coated okra in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Drain Excess Oil: Remove fried okra with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Continue frying remaining okra and serve hot.

Notes

Use fresh okra for the best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.

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