Southern Fried Okra Recipe

Name: Southern Fried Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups Canola Oil, As Needed For Frying; 1/2 cups SO Delicious Coconut Milk, Or Preferred Milk Alternative; 1/2 teaspoons Distilled White Vinegar; 1/2 cups Cornmeal; 1/2 cups Cornstarch Or Arrowroot Flour; 1 teaspoon Sea Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, Optinal; 1/2 cups Blanched Almond Flour Or Rice Flour; 2 pounds Fresh Okra, Sliced About 1 Inch Thick

Servings: persons

5 cups Canola Oil, As Needed For Frying
1/2 cups SO Delicious Coconut Milk, Or Preferred Milk Alternative
1/2 teaspoons Distilled White Vinegar
1/2 cups Cornmeal
1/2 cups Cornstarch Or Arrowroot Flour
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, Optinal
1/2 cups Blanched Almond Flour Or Rice Flour
2 pounds Fresh Okra, Sliced About 1 Inch Thick

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Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat (enough to cover okra).
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In a large bowl, mix together the milk and vinegar.
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Set aside.
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In another large bowl, mix together the cornstarch, almond flour, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and cornmeal.
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Dip okra in the homemade buttermilk mixture and toss to coat.
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Now dredge the okra in the cornmeal-flour mixture.
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Toss to coat.
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Check the temperature of the oil.
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Throw a piece of okra in the oil and it should immediately bubble and sizzle but not go crazy and start popping everywhere.
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Adjust temperature accordingly.
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Carefully add okra to the oil and cook until dark golden brown.
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Do not overcrowd the okra; it may be necessary to fry in batches.
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Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Serve immediately.

2932

kcal

Calories

316

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 5 cups Canola Oil, As Needed For Frying, 1/2 cups SO Delicious Coconut Milk, Or Preferred Milk Alternative, 1/2 teaspoons Distilled White Vinegar, 1/2 cups Cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Southern Fried Okra 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.

Southern Fried Okra

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