Crispy Fried Okra!

For fresh okra, rinse it under cold running water and pat dry. Trim both ends from the okra and then cut each piece of okra into one inch slices. Frozen sliced okra can also be used.

Heat the oil in a deep skillet on medium heat until it reaches 375 F. I usually do this while I’m prepping the okra.

Place the flour, buttermilk and cornmeal mix in three separate medium-sized bowls.

First, coat the okra in the flour, then place it in the buttermilk, making sure all sides are well coated, and finally put it into the cornmeal mix for the last coating.

Gently add the okra to the heated oil. Make sure that you don’t crowd the pot so your okra can have room to get crispy on all sides. Cook until golden brown, then remove it from the hot oil with a strainer. Place on paper towels to drain excess oil. So good!