Oh yes 😌 fried okra—crispy, golden, and pure Southern comfort. Here’s a foolproof classic.
🌿 Fried Okra (Southern Style)
Ingredients (2–3 servings)
- 1 lb fresh okra, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup cornmeal
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep okra
Wash and dry okra. Slice into ½-inch pieces. - Dredge
- Pour buttermilk into a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dip okra in milk, then coat with cornmeal mixture. Shake off excess.
- Heat oil
Heat ½–1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (~350°F / 175°C). - Fry
Fry okra in batches until golden brown, 3–4 min per batch. Don’t overcrowd. - Drain & serve
Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Pro Tips
- Dry okra before dredging to reduce slime
- Extra crunch: mix ¼ cup crushed cornflakes into the coating
- Spicy option: add cayenne or chili powder to the dredge
- Serve with ranch, hot sauce, or just plain—classic Southern style
I can also give you an oven-baked version, an air fryer version, or a creamy fried okra casserole 😏.
Do you want me to do one of those versions?
