Southern Skillet Fried Okra
Traditional Southern pan fried okra with a cornmeal breading
Servings: 1 Side Dish
Calories: 218kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 c Vegetable Oil
- 1 lb Okra
- 1/2 c Yellow Cornmeal
- 1 tbs Flour
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Add vegetable oil to a cast iron skillet and heat over medium.
- Next, add the okra to a colander and rinse with water.
- Slice the okra.
- In a small bowl add cornmeal, flour, salt and pepper.
- Toss sliced okra into the cornmeal mixture and toss to coat.
- Add the dredged okra pieces to the skillet.
- Cook while turning occasionally 5-7 minutes until the coating browns.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 218kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 202mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g