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Southern Fried Okra Delight

Southern Fried Okra Delight: The Best Crunchy Comfort Food

Experience the delightful crunch of Southern Fried Okra, a comforting dish that brings the flavors of the South to your table.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh okra, sliced
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, soak the sliced okra in buttermilk for about 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, mix cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a separate dish.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove okra from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the cornmeal mixture.
  5. Fry the okra in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, you can double-coat the okra by repeating the buttermilk and cornmeal processes.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Southern Fried Okra, comfort food, crunchy recipe