OKRA PATTIES

By BobN

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh okra or 1 (18 ounce) bag frozen cut okra
• 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch garlic powder (potional)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• oil (for frying)

Details

Adapted from facebook.com

Preparation

Step 1

Combine cut okra, onion, salt, pepper, water and egg. Mix well. Combine flour, baking powder, cornmeal and garlic powder. Add to okra mixture, stirring well. Drop about 1/4 cup portions into about 1/2" hot oil. Fry over medium heat until well browned on both sides. Drain on paper towels.