Ben'S Fried Okra

4 ingredients
3 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. tender okra
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. cornmeal
  • 1/2 c. shortening (bacon drippings or cooking oil)

Directions

  1. 1
    Wash and drain well small pods of okra.
  2. 2
    Slice into rounds, about 1/4-inch thick and discard stem ends and tips. Sprinkle with salt and roll in cornmeal to coat well.
  3. 3
    Drop into hot fat and cook until golden brown, stirring often.

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