CORNMEAL-CRUSTED FRIED OKRA

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This classic New Orleans side dish is made with a cornmeal crust.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups vegetable shortening
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound fresh okra, stems trimmed

Steps:

  • Melt shortening in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat until a frying thermometer registers 375 degrees.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together eggs and milk in a bowl. Place flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper in another bowl; whisk to combine.
  • Place 8 pieces of okra in egg mixture to coat, then dredge in flour mixture. Fry until golden brown, turning as necessary, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Repeat coating and frying okra; serve warm.

Jack Boi
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Zandile Mzet
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This is the perfect recipe for a summer cookout.


Ali Syed
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up fresh okra.


Hussein Jihad
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand.


Moaz Ashraf
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


gio gamin
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I've tried many cornmeal-crusted okra recipes, but this one is by far the best. The okra is perfectly crispy and flavorful.


April mai
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Arifjan Jan
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These okra are addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Zainab Bubak
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This is my new favorite way to cook okra. It's so easy and the results are amazing.


Grace Gabsa
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I'm not usually a fan of okra, but this recipe changed my mind. The cornmeal crust made all the difference.


Uloma Gift
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This recipe was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the okra and asked for the recipe.


Nxt Heroic
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Absolutely delicious! The okra was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The cornmeal crust added a nice flavor and crunch.