Southern Fried Okra

5 ingredients
7 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 lb. okra, washed well and drained
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper
  • 1/2 c. cornmeal
  • 4 Tbsp. bacon drippings

Directions

  1. 1
    If okra pods are large, you
  2. 2
    may have to boil slightly to tenderize.
  3. 3
    Cut off top and stem ends.
  4. 4
    Slice pods into 1/4-inch slices.
  5. 5
    Mix salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Roll in cornmeal.
  7. 7
    Saute in hot drippings until tender and brown.

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