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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A Southern Classic! Ingredients:
2 lbs okra, well rinsed |
1 egg, beaten |
2 teaspoons water |
2 cups buttermilk |
4 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon cayenne |
2 cups flour |
2 cups smashed saltine crackers (cornmeal size) |
black pepper |
4 cups vegetable oil |
Directions:
1. Cut the stems off and slice okra 1/4 inch thick.
2. In a large bowl mix together the egg, water, buttermilk and 2 teaspoons salt.
3. Add okra.
4. In another bowl mix together the flour, cracker crumbs, remaining salt and the cayenne and black pepper.
5. Remove okra with a slotted spoon and add to flour mixture, toss and remove to a rack to shake off excess flour.
6. Heat the oil to 350.
7. Add the okra by spoonfulls and fry to golden brown.
8. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
9. Keep warm while you fry remaining okra.
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