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Fried Okra Fritters

Fried Okra Fritters

Fried Okra Fritters are a true southern dish and one of my favorite side dishes!

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Fried Okra Fritters
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen sliced okra thawed (not the family size bag)
  • 1 tsp. my house seasoning equal parts garlic powder, onion powder and pepper, combine and store in an airtight container
  • good pinch of salt
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/4 C. plus 1 T. cornmeal
  • 1/4 C. all purpose flour
  • 1 T. milk
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine all ingredients well.
  2. Heat 1/2" oil in a large skillet over med. high heat. Drop fritters by big spoonful's into the heated oil and reduce the heat to medium.
  3. Fry, in batches, for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown then transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
  4. (makes approx. 12 fritters)