**Okra fritters**, also known as **pakoras**, are a delightful and crispy snack that originated in the Indian subcontinent. These fritters are made with sliced okra coated in a batter of chickpea flour, spices, and herbs, then deep-fried until golden brown. The result is a crispy exterior and a tender, slightly slimy interior that is both flavorful and addictive. This article provides two variations of okra fritter recipes: a classic version and a gluten-free version. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. The classic recipe uses chickpea flour, while the gluten-free version substitutes chickpea flour with a blend of almond flour and tapioca flour. Additionally, the article includes a vegan okra fritter recipe that uses chickpea flour and substitutes eggs with a combination of flaxseed meal and water. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to ensure perfect okra fritters every time.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OKRA FRITTERS
In the South, okra is every where. I threw together this recipe when trying to come up with something different. When I make this for the kids, I leave out the tomatoes and onion.
Provided by Tiger Sand
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine okra, tomato, and onion in a large bowl. Add the grits, eggs, salt, and pepper and blend together using your hands.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Form patties 2 1/2 inches in diameter, about 1/2 the size of a hamburger. Place the fritter in the pan and cook until golden brown, about five minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook until browned on the other side, about five minutes more. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 342.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
OKRA FRITTERS
Make and share this Okra Fritters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Wildflour
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 9 ingredients until mixed.
- Stir in okra.
- Pour oil into deep skillet (chicken fryer), about 2" deep of oil, and heat to 350 degrees.
- Drop okra mixture by tablespoonsful into hot oil carefully, and cook until golden brown, turning once.
- Drain on papertowels.
- Sprinkle with a little salt if desired and serve immediately.
- *2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed, may be subbed for sliced fresh okra. Thaw, then set on papertowels.
OKRA CORNMEAL FRITTERS
Provided by Ruth Cousineau
Categories Side Fry Cocktail Party Quick & Easy Bacon Cornmeal Pan-Fry Okra Party Gourmet
Yield Makes about 28 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200°F with rack in middle.
- Cook bacon in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels, reserving fat in skillet. Finely chop bacon. Add onion and okra to fat in skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in bacon.
- Whisk egg in a medium bowl, then whisk in buttermilk, cornmeal, sugar, cayenne, and 1 tsp salt until smooth. Stir in okra mixture.
- Wipe skillet clean. Add enough oil to skillet to measure 1/4 inch and heat over medium heat until it shimmers. Cook rounded tablespoons of batter (6 to 7 fritters per batch), turning once, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Keep warm in oven while making remaining batches. Serve immediately.
DOWN HOME OKRA FRITTERS
My family loves these fritters with Chili, Red beans and rice, or just as a snack with sour cream. They eat them up as fast as I can fry them..lol! Sometimes I make them spicier,add fresh corn, cayenne pepper, etc... just play with the recipe..you can't go wrong.. Enjoy...:)) My Photos
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, and sea salt.
- 2. Combine the egg and water in another bowl.
- 3. Pour the water and egg into the cornmeal, stir until smooth.
- 4. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix till well distributed. ( Batter should be thick, wet, not dry.)
- 5. In a skillet, ( I use my cast iron ) heat oil on medium. For larger fritters, measure out about 1/4 cup of batter. Pour into the hot oil. Fry the cakes until the bottoms are brown and bubbles form on the tops and edges. About 3 minutes on each side. ( Add more oil as needed as you fry your fritters )
- 6. Drain on paper towels.
- 7. Serve with your favorite condiments. They go well with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!!!
OKRA FRITTERS
Very good Okra Fritters that I seen made on the today show with Chef Scott Peacock. He made them for Giada De Laurentiis to try as she had never eaten okra.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 16 2inch fritters
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the cornmeal, flour,1 teaspoon of the salt & 1 teaspoon of the home made Baking Powder in a mixing bowl and stir well with a whisk to blend.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and water and stir into the dry ingredients, mixing only until moistened.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper over the onion and sliced okra and toss lightly.
- Fold the okra & onion into the batter.
- Pour 1 inch of oil into heavy skillet and heat to 340-350 degrees; Spoon the okra batter by heaping tablespoons into hot oil, fry until golden brown on one side and turn and continue until both sides are browned and the fritters are cooked through; remove from skillet to paper towel to drain.
- Serve & enjoy.
- For homemade baking powder: sift the 2 ingredients together 3 times and transfer to a clean tight-sealing jar; store at room temperature for up to 6 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.6, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 13.2, Sodium 695.2, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 1.2
OKRA FRITTERS
Steps:
- # In a large, heavy skillet, heat oil over medium. In a medium bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add okra and onion and toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and buttermilk. Add to okra mixture and stir just until combined. # In two batches, drop batter in 2-tablespoonful mounds into oil. With a small spatula or butter knife, gently flatten each mound and fry until golden, about 4 minutes per side, flipping once (adjust heat if browning too quickly). Drain on paper towels. Season with salt and serve warm. Total: 30 minutes
ZELDA'S OKRA FRY FRITTERS
I like this because its just different than fried okra. I don't like slimey okra so it has to be fried. I like to fix it with beans and fresh sliced tomatoes. Hope you will enjoy it also.
Provided by Zelda Hopkins
Categories Other Breads
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Mix together throughly then fry in oil or claifry butter. Really delicious.
Tips:
- Choose fresh okra: Look for okra that is firm, green, and has no blemishes. Avoid okra that is slimy or has brown spots.
- Slice okra thinly: This will help the fritters cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too chewy.
- Soak okra in buttermilk: This will help to tenderize the okra and make the fritters extra crispy.
- Use a variety of seasonings: Feel free to experiment with different spices and herbs to create your own unique fritter flavor. Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When frying the fritters, make sure to leave enough space between them so that they can cook evenly.
- Serve okra fritters hot: Okra fritters are best served hot out of the fryer. They can be enjoyed on their own or with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Conclusion:
Okra fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With their crispy exterior and tender interior, okra fritters are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new way to enjoy okra, give these fritters a try!
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