Fried Okra

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 10 pods okra, sliced in 1/4 inch pieces
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• in a small bowl, soak okra in egg for 5 to 10 minutes. in a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. dredge okra in the cornmeal mixture, coating evenly. carefully place okra in hot oil; stir continuously. reduce heat to medium when okra first starts to brown, and cook until golden. drain on paper towels.