FRIED OKRA RECIPE

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Discover a delicious side with this Fried Okra Recipe. Simply coat fresh okra slices in crunchy crumbs and then deep-fry until golden brown.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 lb. fresh okra, trimmed
3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
oil

Steps:

Cut okra into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place in shallow dish. Sprinkle lightly with water.
Combine all remaining ingredients except oil in shallow dish. Add okra, in small batches; toss until evenly coated with crumb mixture.
Heat 1-1/2 inches of oil to 375ºF in large deep skillet on medium heat. Add okra, in batches; cook 3 to 4 min. or until golden brown, turning after 2 min. Remove from oil with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 50 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g