Fried Okra

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the okra and trim the stem ends.
2. 2
   Slice each pod crosswise into 1/2-inch rounds.
3. 3
   Place the flour, egg, and cornmeal in separate shallow bowls.
4. 4
   Coat the rounds with flour, then drop them into the beaten egg.
5. 5
   Use a slotted spoon to transfer the okra rounds to the bowl with the cornmeal and toss to coat.
6. 6
   In a deep-fryer or large cast-iron Dutch oven, heat the oil to 350F.
7. 7
   Lift the okra out of the cornmeal, again using a slotted spoon, and shake off the excess cornmeal.
8. 8
   Carefully drop the okra into the oil piece by piece so it doesnt stick together while cooking.
9. 9
   Dont overcrowd the pan; you will need to cook 2 or 3 batches.
10. 10
    Cook until light brown, about 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove the cooked okra with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with salt.