Fried Okra

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

Fried okra is a Southern classic known for its crispy exterior and tender interior. Coated in seasoned meal and fried to perfection, this dish offers a delightful crunch and a hint of earthy flavor. It’s perfect as a side dish or a snack for gatherings and family meals.

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Ingredients

  • 3 c. cut up okra
  • 1/2 c. meal
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 c. shortening or bacon grease

Instructions

  1. Put grease in iron skillet; let it heat.
  2. Roll okra in meal with salt added.
  3. Shake off excess meal.
  4. Put battered okra into grease.
  5. Fry until brown.
  6. Turn off heat.
  7. Place skillet with okra in oven.
  8. Cook at 350° for 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

313 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2g 4% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 22.7g 8% DV
Fiber 0.7g 3% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9980.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 64.3mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 117.3mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 8.6mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4% DV
Calcium 27mg 2% DV
Iron 7mg 39% DV

* % 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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