Fried Okra Or Squash

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy fried okra or squash slices with a seasoned meal and flour coating, perfect as a savory snack or side dish for those who enjoy crunchy, flavorful vegetables.

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Ingredients

  • 4 squash or 10 pods okra
  • 1 cup meal
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons Crisco oil

Instructions

  1. Cut squash or okra into slices.
  2. Mix meal, flour, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Pour the mixture over the sliced vegetables and coat well.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
  5. Add the battered squash or okra to the hot oil.
  6. Fry until golden brown on all sides.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

183 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.6g 9% DV
Total Fat 0.6g 1% DV
Carbs 41.8g 15% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9981.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 91mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 117.3mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 8.6mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4% DV
Calcium 30.8mg 2% DV
Iron 8.1mg 45% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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