Freezer Okra

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Cuisine: Southern

Crispy, toasted okra bites with a crunchy cornmeal coating, perfect as a snack or side dish for those who enjoy Southern-inspired flavors and textures.

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Ingredients

  • tender okra pods
  • Crisco shortening
  • white or yellow cornmeal

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the tender okra.
  2. Coat the sliced okra with Crisco shortening.
  3. Cover the okra with cornmeal.
  4. Bake for 20 minutes at 350°F.
  5. Allow to cool, then bag and freeze.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

295 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.7g 5% DV
Total Fat 25.4g 33% DV
Carbs 15.1g 5% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 0.9g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 194.3mg 8% DV
Potassium 63.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.5mcg
Vitamin C 4.1mg 5% DV
Calcium 40.8mg 3% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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