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Preparation
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Directions
Spray pan with a nonstick butter spray, heat griddle to medium-high, so it gets hot.
Mix together the cornmeal, water, and salt, and allow mixture to sit for a few minutes. The batter should be very thin. Add sliced okra and stir together.
Reduce heat to no higher than medium. Add 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and pour batter into center of griddle, allowing it to spread to sides. The “lace” will form a crispy edge.
* When the edges are slightly brown, place a wet glass plate over the hoecake. With a dishcloth, grab the handle of the pan, flip the pan and hoecake onto the plate. Slide the hoecake off the plate back in the pan to cook the other side, until golden brown.
Stir the batter and add oil to the pan before making your next hoecake. Serve with butter.
These are so wonderful! I used sliced jalapenos, black olives and corn because I didnt have the okra. So addicting, I couldnt stop eating! I also used the reg plain corn meal.
Very good. I'm not sure what "all purpose" cornmeal is, I just used cornmeal. They turned out great and would fix again. Be prepared to start this well ahead of your meal as it's rather time consuming like fixing pancakes. Due to the oil splatter, be prepared for cleanup. Next time, I'll use a light spray instead.
I used more salt since I was using the okra and it made a great side for dinner. These would also be good with just about anything added to them for any meal. These would be great with fruit added and drizzled with honey.
5 stars.
Hey Julie! The "all-purpose cornmeal" that Paula referred to on the show is sold in the grocery stores as a corn meal mix. Martha White, White Lily and Aunt Jemima all sell one. We are so sorry to hear about your accident, but very glad that Paula could help you get through it and very excited that you are cooking!
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