Cornmeal-Fried Okra, Tomatillos and Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Cornmeal-Fried Okra, Tomatillos and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; Coarse salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 pound young okra, trimmed; 1/2 pound cherry tomatoes, halved through the stem end; 1/2 pound large tomatillos, husked and cut into 1-inch wedges; 2 cups vegetable oil, for frying; Hot sauce, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
Coarse salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten
1 pound young okra, trimmed
1/2 pound cherry tomatoes, halved through the stem end
1/2 pound large tomatillos, husked and cut into 1-inch wedges
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Hot sauce, for serving

1
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the cornmeal, flour, cayenne and 2 teaspoons of salt.
2
In a large, shallow bowl, whisk the buttermilk with the egg.
3
Dip the okra in the egg and, using a slotted spoon, transfer it to the plastic bag.
4
Shake to coat completely; transfer the okra to a large plate.
5
Repeat with the cherry tomatoes and then the tomatillos.
6
Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet until shimmering.
7
Fry the okra over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Using a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.
9
Reheat the oil and fry the cherry tomatoes until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Drain on paper towels.
11
Reheat the oil and fry the tomatillos, then drain.
12
Gently toss the fried vegetables, season with salt and serve hot, with hot sauce on the side.

1620

kcal

Calories

169

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, Coarse salt, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal-Fried Okra, Tomatillos and Tomatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cornmeal-Fried Okra, Tomatillos and Tomatoes

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