Recipe Name: Crispy Okra Fries
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Wash the okra and pat dry with paper towels. Trim off the ends and cut the okra into thin strips or rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
2. In a shallow dish, mix together the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (180°C).
4. Working in batches, coat the okra pieces in the cornmeal mixture, shaking off any excess.
5. Carefully place the coated okra in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
6. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried okra from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7. Serve the crispy okra fries hot as a delicious and crunchy snack or side dish.
Enjoy your crispy okra fries!