Side Dish

Savory Okra Fritters: Irresistible Recipe!

These fried okra patties are made from fresh okra and onion in a cornmeal batter. A delightful southern-style snack.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3cupsvegetable oil for frying

  • 1poundokra, finely chopped

  • 1cupfinely chopped onion

  • 1teaspoonsalt

  • ¼teaspoonpepper

  • ½cupwater

  • 1egg

  • ½cupall-purpose flour

  • 1teaspoonbaking powder

  • ½cupcornmeal

Cooking Directions

  1. Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. In a large bowl, mix together the okra, onion, salt, pepper, water and egg. Combine the flour, baking powder and cornmeal; and stir that into the okra mixture.

  3. Carefully drop spoonfuls of the okra batter into the hot oil, and fry on each side until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe6
Calories224
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
12g 		16%
Saturated Fat
2g 		9%
Cholesterol
31mg 		10%
Sodium
467mg 		20%
Total Carbohydrate
25g 		9%
Dietary Fiber
4g 		13%
Total Sugars
3g
Protein
5g
Vitamin C
17mg 		87%
Calcium
107mg 		8%
Iron
2mg 		11%
Potassium
314mg 		7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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