Go Back
Crispy Southern Fried Okra
Print Pin
5 from 4 votes

Crispy Southern Fried Okra

Crispy Southern Fried Okra is served as a side dish or appetizer in the south. It's crispy, crunchy and fried till golden brown. Delicious!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Crispy Southern Fried Okra, fried okra, okra
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Author Gina Abernathy

Ingredients

  • 1 pound okra sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  • Wash okra and cut off ends. Slice into 1/2 inch rounds.
  • In a small bowl, add buttermilk and okra. Allow to soak for a few minutes.
  • In a shallow dish, mix together flour, cornmeal, and seasonings.
  • In a deep fryer, preheat oil. (see notes below)
  • Working in batches, drain okra and transfer to the cornmeal mix, coating well.
  • Place okra in the hot oil and fry until golden brown. This usually takes 3-4 minutes per batch. Do not overcrowd your fryer. **Tip--You will know your oil is ready when you drop a piece of okra into the oil. If it sizzles, it's ready.
  • Once okra is golden brown, remove it from the fryer to a paper towel-lined plate. Add more salt if desired. Let cool for a few minutes before eating.

Notes

You will know your oil is ready when you drop a piece of okra into the oil. If it sizzles, it's ready.