Fried Okra

By oldbklady

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. cornmeal
• 3/4 c. flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 c. buttermilk
• 2 pounds okra, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
• Oil for frying

Preparation

Step 1

In a skillet or deep pan, heat about 6 cups of oil to 350F.
Place cut okra in buttermilk to soak for a couple minutes while you assemble the coating. In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, and seasonings.
Transfer okra to coating mixture and toss well to coat. Fry okra in hot oil for about 5 minutes, stirring to fry evenly. Remove to paper towels to drain.