Fried Okra

Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup flour
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 pounds okra, fresh or frozen, sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, or a deep fryer, heat oil  to 350 degrees F. 
2. In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, Cajun Seasoning. Dip okra in buttermilk and then dredge in cornmeal-flour mixture to coat well. Carefully add okra to the hot oil and cook until golden brown.