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Golden Crispy Okra Bites

Get a taste of the South right in your kitchen with Golden Crispy Okra Bites. Fresh okra slices fried until golden brown and crunchy, seasoned with a punchy combination of spices. A delicious snack that's a treat not just for your taste buds but also for your eyes!
2
30 min
TOTAL TIME
997
CALORIES
$2.53
PER SERVING
Golden Crispy Okra Bites
Directions
START WITH
15 min
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a bowl, season the okra pieces with salt and pepper.
OKRA BITES
1
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper. Stir until the ingredients are well mixed.
2
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and water together.
2
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl.
3
Work in batches, dip each okra piece into the buttermilk, then coat them in the flour mixture. Make sure each piece is fully and evenly coated.
3
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, seasoned bread crumbs, and paprika.
4
Dip the seasoned okra into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and then back into the flour mixture. Ensure all sides are well-covered. Set aside the covered okra pieces on a baking sheet.
4
Heat up a saucepan or deep frying pan with the avocado oil, about 2 inches deep.
5
Repeat the process until all of the okra pieces are ready.
5
Deep fry the okra in batches until they are crispy and golden brown in color. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.
6
Once done, remove the fried okra from the oil and drain on paper towels.
6
In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
7
Fry the okra until golden brown. Be sure to turn them occasionally to ensure even browning.
SRIRACHA RANCH SAUCE
7
While the okra is frying, mix the ranch dressing and Sriracha sauce in another bowl. Stir until well combined.
SERVING
8
Serve the hot crispy okra bites with the spicy Sriracha Ranch sauce on the side.
FINISH WITH
8
Drain the fried okra on paper towels to remove excess oil.
9
Garnish the Golden Crispy Okra Bites with a pinch of fresh chopped parsley before serving, to provide a pop of color and freshness.
10
Serve the okra bites while warm, to best enjoy the crispiness.
Health Info
Macros
65g
CARBS
77g
FAT
13g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
LACTOSE FREE
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
WHEAT