Fried Okra for the Unconvinced

• 25 min
• Serves 4
• Dale the Dishwasher

"Slime is a skill issue." Dale the Dishwasher

The Goods

Tap each one as you gather it. Changing the servings changes these amounts, not the pan or the times, so keep an eye on it.

• 1 lb fresh okra, sliced
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp fine salt
• 2 cups vegetable oil

The Method

1. 01

   Soak the okra in the buttermilk 10 minutes.

2. 02

   Stir together the cornmeal, flour and salt and toss the okra in it.

3. 03

   Heat the oil to 350°F in a heavy skillet, no more than half full.

4. 04

   Fry in small batches 3 to 4 minutes until golden. Drain on a rack.

Dale the Dishwasher says: Keep a lid nearby and a dry hand. Never water on hot oil.