Fried Okra
This is gone in an instant. Usually have to double the recipe. Wonderful!! My family would eat this every night if i would fix it.
Steps
Cut off and discard.
Stir into buttermilk.
Cover and chill 45 minutes.
Combine cornmeal and next 3 ingredients.
Remove okra from buttermilk with a slotted spoon.
Discard buttermilk.
Dredge okra , in batches in cornmeal mixture.
Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into cast-iron skillet or dutch oven.
Add bacon drippings.
When oil is hot , fry okra in batches , 4 minutes or until golden.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve immediately.
Ingredients
fresh okra, buttermilk, self-rising cornmeal, self-rising flour, salt, cayenne pepper, vegetable oil, bacon drippings