Buttermilk Fried Okra by Southern Living

By RoketJSquerl

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 3/4 cup buttermilk*
• 1 1/2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. sugar
• 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
• Vegetable oil

Details

Adapted from pensieve.me

Preparation

Step 1

1. Stir together okra and buttermilk in a large bowl. Stir together cornmeal mix and next 3 ingredients in a separate large bowl. Remove okra from buttermilk, in batches, using a slotted spoon. Dredge in cornmeal mixture, and place in a wire-mesh strainer. Shake off excess.

2. Pour oil to depth of 1 inch into a large, deep cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven; heat to 375°. Fry okra, in batches, 4 minutes or until golden, turning once. Drain on paper towels.

--> The sugar in the cornmeal coating caramelizes as the okra cooks, creating a crisp, golden crust.

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