Fried Okra (Atlanta housewife authentic recipe)

"Southern Fried Okra" for Thanksgiving !

Ingredients:
1 pound fresh okra
2 eggs, beaten (OPTIONAL)
1 cup cornmeal (plain, not self-rising)
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup all-purpose flour (OPTIONAL)
½ teaspoon black pepper
Oil for frying (approx 4 - 6 cups)
~ If you'd like a spicier version, add ground cayenne pepper, onion & garlic powder to the cornmeal mixture or directly on the okra.

Preparation:
Wash okra; drain & cut off tips. Cut pods crosswise into 1/2-inch slices (another option, try cutting lengthwise too!).

Coat okra in salt, pepper & cornmeal mixture (should still be damp from just being washed). You can go straight to fryer at this point or continue with the next step & add egg if you'd like a thicker breading.

In a bowl, combine beaten eggs; add okra and stir to coat all pieces well. Then re-dip okra pieces into cornmeal mixture to coat well.

Heat oil in a frying pan or deep fryer to 350°-375°. Fry okra in batches until browned, about 4 to 6 minutes for each batch. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

Serves 4.

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[vampypink]

i come from the uk, but my partner is in the states right now. the first time i went there i was served up okra and didnt know what in the world it was as its not something we really eat over here. im so fussy with food that i honestly thought i wouldnt like it, but it was so good!

my partner is originally from the south and loves good food, so i thought id look up some recipes on here to make her feel at home when she moves here in a few months... thanks so much for posting :-)

[KudzuKitchen]

@vampypink, Thank you for the post !

I'm always thrilled to see people find the video useful. Stay tuned, I have lots more southern favorites shot but not uploaded. Meanwhile, I have another show that I'm about to upload called "Twirl", it's a little web talk show shot in Atlanta, GA. I plan to explore everyday topics of interest. I just finished my Sparkling wine segment, if you get a chance to view, let me know what you think ! Thanks, julie

[Mizhani]

This recipe is great! Thankx

[KudzuKitchen]

thank you @Mizhani !

I appreciate the feedback, hope you enjoyed the video.

~julie

[conichka6]

Wish I had found your vid earlier, just made egg battered okra for first time, did not know to coat with flour mix twice, will try that next time.  Thanks for video!

[KudzuKitchen]

@conichka6

Thanks so much ! I'm glad it was useful. I LOVE fried OKRA, especially homemade. Have a great summer.

~julie

[1dobermum]

i love ur brown baby who hates being on camera...blesss

[vampypink]

@KudzuKitchen ive subscribed and will be watching out for more posts, keep it up, so far it looks fab

[KudzuKitchen]

Thanks so much Eric!

I'm flattered & appreciate the feedback. I wish I could grow okra, I tried growing a small batch last year but wasn't successful. I love shooting the videos, I have lots more recipes filmed, waiting to be edited. Hopefully I'll find the time soon to upload. You've inspired me to make it a priority. Have a great summer! ~ julie

[f8th2c]

Hey, seriously great video on the okra!!!! I am going to go and try it. I am growing my own and i have like 6 big pods, it will be a small batch but i appreciate you making it so many different ways.. I hope to see more vids, you are actually pretty godd at this cooking demo stuff in my opinion. - Eric