Fried Okra 3 1 1/2 pounds of fresh young okra
1/2 cups of yellow corn meal
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon of pepper
3 tablespoons of bacon drippings or shortening |
Instructions: Wash okra and cut off tips and stem ends. Cut pods into crosswise slices 1/4 inch thick. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roll in cornmeal mixed with flour. Sauté in hot bacon drippings until okra is golden brown. Serve hot. Makes 6 servings |
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