Okra Patties

These fried okra patties are made from fresh okra and onion in a cornmeal batter. A delightful southern-style snack.

You will need:

• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 1 pound okra, finely chopped
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup water
• 1 egg
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ cup cornmeal

Instructions:

Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

In a large bowl, mix together the okra, onion, salt, pepper, water and egg. Combine the flour, baking powder and cornmeal; and stir that into the okra mixture.

Carefully drop spoonfuls of the okra batter into the hot oil, and fry on each side until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels.

Prep Time: 20 mins/Cooking Time: 10 mins/ Total Time: 30 mins

Servings: 6

Calories: 224.1