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| Gluten Free Extra-Crispy Fried Okra |
| photo by recipe author |
Servings: 5
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- 1 cup Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil [2]
- 4 cups fresh okra, cut into 1/2 inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons non-gmo cornstarch
- 1 organic free-range egg [3], beaten
- 1 1/4 cup non-gmo cornmeal [4]
- 2 teaspoons Himalayan pink salt [5]
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 gallon ziploc bag
Preheat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Place sliced okra in a mixing bowl and stir in cornstarch until each piece is coated liberally. Add beaten egg and mix until each piece is covered.
Place cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a gallon bag and add okra. Shake vigorously. Gently remove coated okra from bag using a slotted instrument or your hand.
Fry, 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup at a time, until okra is golden brown.
Serve piping hot with your favorite condiments for a garden fresh side at your next summer cookout!
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