Okra Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Boil in a small amount of water until tender; drain.
2. 2
   Chop, mash and beat with a fork or in a blender.
3. 3
   Add egg, sugar, salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Beat well.
5. 5
   Stir flour and baking powder together. Add and beat.
6. 6
   Drop by 1 teaspoon into deep, very hot fat.
7. 7
   Brown; turn without pricking.
8. 8
   Cook until very brown and crisp.
9. 9
   Drain on paper towels.
10. 10
    Serve hot.
11. 11
    Serves 8 or more.
12. 12
    If puffs are not small round shapes, more flour may be needed.
13. 13
    Batter keeps well in refrigerator several days.