Fried Okra

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a large pot with enough oil to reach 2 inches up the sides of the pot.
2. 2
   Heat oil to 360 degrees F.
3. 3
   Thinly slice okra crosswise.
4. 4
   (There should be about 6 to 8 slices from each.)
5. 5
   In batches fry okra in the hot oil until edges turn golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer to paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt.
7. 7
   Place okra on a serving platter.
8. 8
   Fry sage leaves in a single batch until crisp and nearly translucent, about 1 minute.
9. 9
   Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt.
10. 10
    When cool enough to handle, crumble sage leaves over okra and serve warm or at room temperature.