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FRIED OKRA Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 lb. Okra, fresh, rinsed/dried
1 c. Self-Rising Cornmeal
½ c. Self-Rising Flour
1 tsp. Salt
- Oil, for frying
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Directions:
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer.
2. Cut the okra into ½-inch pieces.
3. Combine the cornmeal, flour, and salt in a large bowl.
4. Drop the okra pieces into the bowl and toss to coat. Allow to rest for a few minutes while the oil heats up.
5. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the okra from the bowl into the hot oil. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the okra has turned a nice golden color.
6. Remove from oil and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

 

 

 

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