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Buttermilk Fried Okra

Updated: Aug 3, 2023

Fried okra is a Southern classic and is a year-round favorite in our house! It can be served as a delicious snack or appetizer, or as a side dish to other Southern favorites. I recommend you use fresh okra rather than frozen - fresh okra will keep its crunch and the batter will stick better! I like to serve them with homemade Buttermilk Ranch dressing.

homemade fried okra

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Ingredients

  • 1-pound fresh okra, washed and sliced into 1-inch-sized pieces

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • ½ cup flour

  • ¾ cup cornmeal

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½-1 cup vegetable oil


Directions

To a medium-sized bowl, mix okra with buttermilk. Allow to soak for at least 5 minutes.


In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, and spices.


Over medium-high heat, add ½ to 1 cup oil.


Working in small batches, drop okra pieces into flour mixture and coat evenly.


Carefully, place battered okra into prepared skillet.


Fry okra for approximately 3-4 minutes or until all sides are golden brown.


Remove cooked okra to a paper towel-lined plate and allow excess oil to drain off.


Continue working in small batches until all okra is cooked.


Serve warm.

 

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