Southern style fried okra recipe

⏱️ Prep Time

• 15 minutes

🔥 Cook Time

• 10–12 minutes

⏲️ Total Time

• About 25–30 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh okra, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• Vegetable oil (for frying)

👩🏽‍🍳 Directions

1. Prep the Okra
   
   • Wash and slice okra into bite-sized pieces.
   • Pat dry to remove excess moisture.
3. Prepare Breading Station
   
   • Bowl 1: Flour
   • Bowl 2: Eggs + buttermilk (whisked)
   • Bowl 3: Cornmeal mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder
5. Coat the Okra
   
   • Toss okra in flour
   • Dip into egg mixture
   • Coat well in cornmeal mixture
7. Heat Oil
   
   • Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
9. Fry
   
   • Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden and crispy.
11. Drain & Serve
    
    • Remove and place on paper towels.
    • Serve hot.