Crispy Fried Okra for Two – Southern Comfort Made Easy 🌿🍴

Crispy fried okra is a small-batch Southern favorite that’s golden, crunchy, and totally irresistible. Perfect for Sunday dinners, potlucks, or just as a snacky side dish, this recipe brings the best of Southern comfort food to your table in no time!

🕒 Prep Time

10 minutes

⏱ Cook Time

15 minutes

🍽 Servings

2 servings

🧾 Ingredients

1 cup fresh okra, sliced
½ cup cornmeal
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika (optional)
¼ cup vegetable oil for frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Wash and slice the okra into ½-inch pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel.

2️⃣ In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.

3️⃣ Toss okra in the mixture until evenly coated.

4️⃣ Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

5️⃣ Fry okra in small batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per batch.

6️⃣ Remove and drain on a paper towel. Serve hot.

💡 Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, double coat the okra by dipping in milk first, then in the cornmeal mixture.
Try adding cayenne pepper for a spicy kick 🌶
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon