Make a batch of Fried Okra Fritters, using fresh or frozen sliced okra! These delicious fritters are crunchy on the outside and soft inside.
- 2 cups fresh or frozen okra sliced
- vegetable oil enough to be 2 inches deep in skillet
- 1½ cups buttermilk
- 1½ cups self-rising yellow cornmeal *SEE NOTE BELOW*
- ¾ cup all purpose flour
- ½ medium yellow onion ,peeled/diced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅓ teaspoon seasoning salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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Rinse/dry okra (if using fresh). Cut off the top stem and a small slice off the bottom. Slice okra into rounds, about ½" thick. Set aside. NOTE: You need 2 cups of sliced okra, whether fresh or frozen (thawed).
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In a large bowl, stir buttermilk, flour, *self-rising cornmeal (see note section below), onion, egg, garlic powder, seasoning salt and black pepper until combined (batter is thick). Add okra; gently stir until fully coated with batter.
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Pour enough vegetable oil to be 2 inches deep in a large skillet (or electric skillet). Heat oil on Medium-High temps until it reaches 350°F. (frying temp.)
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For each fritter, scoop out a heaping Tablespoon of batter; CAREFULLY add it to the hot oil. Cook 5-6 fritters at a time, leaving space between each one, so they cook separately/evenly. Note: I usually get 12-15 fritters, but amount can vary, depending on amount used per fritter.
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Fry fritters 2-3 minutes (without moving them), until browned/crispy on the bottom. Carefully turn fritters over; continue frying 2-3 more minutes.
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When done, fritters should be browned/crispy on all sides. A toothpick inserted deep into a fritter should come out clean/free of batter. Transfer fritters to paper towels to absorb oil. Keep them covered/warm. Continue with remaining batter. Important! Make sure oil is re-heated to 350° F. before cooking the next batch!
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Serve warm (with butter), alongside a variety of meats and soups! Enjoy!
NOTE: Oil for frying was not included in the caloric calculation, as amounts used may vary widely.
TIP: MAKE SELF-RISING CORNMEAL (this makes 2 cups total): Combine 1¾ cups yellow cornmeal, 6 T. all purpose flour, 2 T. baking powder and ½ t. salt in bowl.