Fried Okra
Crispy, golden fried okra with a crunchy breadcrumb coating, served with a creamy mayonnaise dip. A simple Southern-style side or snack.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 1 pound okra
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- 1
Rinse 1 pound okra and pat dry. Trim the stems, then slice into 1/2-inch rounds.
- 2
Set up three shallow bowls: one with 1/2 cup flour, one with 2 beaten eggs, and one with 1 cup panko mixed with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- 3
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high until a breadcrumb sizzles immediately, about 350°F.
- 4
Working in batches, dip okra rounds into flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing to coat. Do not crowd the pan.
- 5
Fry the coated okra in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Turn occasionally for even browning.
- 6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with extra salt if desired.
- 7
Serve hot with 1/2 cup mayonnaise for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- Deep skillet or pot
- Slotted spoon
- Three shallow bowls
- Paper towels
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