Spicy Fried Okra
This recipe is not for those of you that will call the fire department if you taste a chile.
Medium
Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1
40 okra, stemmed and halved lengthwise
2
2 tbsp salt
3
2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
4
1 tsp cayenne pepper
5
1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
6
Hot sauce
7
2½ quarts peanut oil
8
Kosher salt
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1
Combine salt, peppers, and ½ cup flour. Coat okra with flour mixture.
2
Dip okra into hot sauce and dredge in remaining flour, adding more as needed. Let rest 2–3 minutes.
2–3 minutes
3
Heat oil in a large pot or a deep-fryer to 375°F. Add okra, 6 at a time, and fry 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a cooling rack and repeat until all okra has been fried.
3–4 minutes
4
Sprinkle fried okra with additional kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and serve warm.