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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This classic Southern fried okra recipe is a great way to enjoy down-home flavor in the comfort of your own kitchen. Ingredients:
1 pound okra |
1 cup buttermilk |
1 large egg |
1 seeded and minced jalapeño chili |
1/4 cup minced scallion |
1 tablespoon salt |
1 tablespoon smoked paprika |
2 cups cornmeal |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 inch of vegetable oil |
Directions:
1. Trim both ends of 1 lb. of okra and cut pods into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 1 seeded and minced jalapeño chili and 1/4 cup minced scallion. Toss okra in buttermilk mixture; marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes. Mix 1 Tbsp. each salt and smoked paprika in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups cornmeal and 1 tsp. salt.
2. Heat a 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a medium frying pan to 375°F. Take a few pieces of okra out of buttermilk mixture at a time, letting excess drip off, and toss in cornmeal. In batches, drop coated okra pieces into oil; fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle okra with paprika-salt and serve hot.
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