Light & Crispy Southern Fried Okra Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb. fresh okra
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup corn starch
• 1 cup rice flour
• 1 tbsp creole seasoning
• Vegetable or peanut oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Halve okra pods long ways

2. 2

   Beat eggs well and add a tsp salt

3. 3

   Soak okra halves in egg wash (use your hands to mix the okra well)

4. 4

   Mix corn starch, rice flour, and creole spice mix well in a mixing bowl

5. 5

   Let marinade drain off the okra then dredge them in corn starch and rice flour mixture. Use your hands to pack the coating on

6. 6

   Let okra sit on a cooling rack for as much time as you have as this will help crust stay intact

7. 7

   Fry at 375 degrees for 2-3 minutes each side then remove and let cool on a rack. Season again and then enjoy with your favorite hot sauce