Ingredients
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2 pounds
whole okra
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.5 pounds
yellow cornmeal
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6
large eggs, beaten
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2 cups
milk
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2 cups
vegetable oil
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2 cups
flour
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salt and pepper
Directions
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Split okra in half lengthwise and season with salt and pepper
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Combine eggs and milk and mix well. (If mixture is too thick, add more milk)
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Dredge ¼ of the okra in flour just to coat, shake off access
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Submerge okra in cornmeal, coat each piece well and shake off the excess
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Repeat steps till all okra is coated in cornmeal
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Heat oil to 350 degrees and fry okra in small batches until golden and crispy. Okra should be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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Toss crispy okra with salt and pepper to taste
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