Fried Okra
A classic southern dish, Cajun fried okra is crispy and addicting. The dipping sauce gives this easy appetizer recipe the perfect amount of kick!
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 386kcal
Ingredients
Fried Okra:
- 3 cups sliced okra thawed if frozen
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning optional
- oil for frying
Cajun Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Set up an assembly line: Place flour on a plate. Pour buttermilk in a bowl. Combine panko bread crumbs, garlic, salt and cajun seasoning together on another plate.
- Dredge the okra in the flour. Dip the the buttermilk, let excess drip off. Dredge okra in panko bread crumb mixture. Repeat until all okra is coated.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/2 inch oil to 350 degrees. Once oil reaches temperature, fry orka, in batches if necessary until golden brown. About 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer okra to a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with salt.
- To make dipping sauce whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise and cajun seasoning. Season to taste with salt.
- Serve okra with dipping sauce.
Notes
Frozen okra must be thawed first.
Be sure to fry in batches to avoid over-crowding the pan.
Nutrition information for estimation purposes only.
Nutrition
Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 71.8g | Protein: 14.1g | Fat: 3.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 763mg | Fiber: 5.7g | Sugar: 7.6g