DOWN HOME OKRA FRITTERS

Down Home Okra Fritters image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c yellow corn meal
2 tsp baking powder
1 egg
1 1/2 c water
8 - 10 oz okra, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 large jalapeno, diced small
3 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp onion, diced small
1/4 tsp pepper
3 tsp sea salt
red pepper flakes ( optional )
1/4 c vegetable oil, plus more as frying

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, and sea salt.
2. Combine the egg and water in another bowl.
3. Pour the water and egg into the cornmeal, stir until smooth.
4. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix till well distributed. ( Batter should be thick, wet, not dry.)
5. In a skillet, ( I use my cast iron ) heat oil on medium. For larger fritters, measure out about 1/4 cup of batter. Pour into the hot oil. Fry the cakes until the bottoms are brown and bubbles form on the tops and edges. About 3 minutes on each side. ( Add more oil as needed as you fry your fritters )
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve with your favorite condiments. They go well with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!!!