Best 5 Crispy Fried Okra Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Crispy fried okra is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. Okra is a Southern staple and is in season during the summer months. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, but frying is one of the most popular methods. Frying okra gives it a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. Fried okra can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, ketchup, or barbecue sauce. It can also be used in salads, soups, and stews. If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to cook okra, crispy fried okra is a great option.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRIED OKRA SALAD



Fried Okra Salad image

Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
1½ pounds frozen breaded okra, thawed and fried according to
package directions
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 bunch green onions, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook oil, sugar, and vinegar over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. In a large bowl, combine fried okra and remaining 4 ingredients. Pour vinegar mixture over okra mixture, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.

FRIED OKRA SALAD



Fried Okra Salad image

A great summer salad. Whenever I make it, everyone wants the recipe. This salad will be the best and crispiest if everything is prepared at the last minute.

Provided by Becky

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices bacon
2 (10 ounce) packages breaded frozen okra
⅓ cup chopped tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup distilled white vinegar

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Cook and stir okra in the same skillet used for bacon until tender and browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Combine bacon, okra, tomato, green onion, and green bell pepper in a bowl.
  • Whisk oil, sugar, and vinegar together in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave on high for 1 minute, stirring every 10 seconds, until dressing is boiling and sugar is dissolved. Pour over vegetables right before serving; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 76.5 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

CRISPY FRIED OKRA SALAD



Crispy Fried Okra Salad image

A great crispy fried okra salad. Good for taking to a pot-luck dinner or as a great side dish for a homecooked meal!

Provided by Catherine Alaniz-Simonds

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound bacon
1 (24 ounce) bag frozen breaded okra
3 large tomatoes, diced
1 red onion, diced
1 pinch garlic salt to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble into a large bowl.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry okra in the hot oil, turning often, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Add to bacon in the bowl.
  • Toss tomatoes, red onion, garlic salt, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl. Stir into the bacon and okra mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 810.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

FRIED OKRA SALAD



Fried Okra Salad image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 52m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

1/4 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons Essence or other Creole seasoning, divided, recipe follows
1 cup solid vegetable shortening or oil, for frying
1 egg
1 tablespoon hot sauce
4 cups frisee
16 okra pods, washed and cut into bite-sized rounds
Salt
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup sliced smoked mozzarella
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
Warm Andouille Dressing, recipe follows
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
4 ounces finely chopped andouille sausage
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 turns freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Beat together the buttermilk, egg and hot sauce in a small bowl. Add the okra and turn to coat evenly. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  • In another bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, and 1 teaspoon of Essence.
  • Dredge the okra in the flour mixture and heat the shortening in a skillet, if using, otherwise heat oil in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven to 360 degrees F. When it is hot, place the okra in the oil and fry, turning once, for about 2 minutes, or until lightly golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle the okra with the remaining 1 teaspoon of Essence. Divide the frisee among 4 salad plates, season with salt and pepper, to taste, top each with okra, smoked mozzarella and drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch
  • Published by William Morrow, 1993.
  • Heat a medium dry skillet over high heat. Add the andouille and saute for 1 1/2 minutes. Add the shallots and garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the oil and vinegar, cook for 1 minute, and remove from the heat. Stir in the sugar, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately. Refrigerate any remaining dressing.

CRISPY OKRA SALAD



Crispy Okra Salad image

Provided by Suvir Saran

Categories     Salad     Tomato     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     Fry     Deep-Fry     Okra

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1 medium or 2 small tomatoes, quartered, seeded, and roughly diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
About 8 cups canola oil for frying
1 pound fresh okra, trimmed and cut lengthwise into thin strips
4 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons chaat masala*
*Chaat masala is a blend of spices used most often in Indian street food. It is available at Indian markets or online at kalustyans.com.

Steps:

  • In small mixing bowl, stir together onion, tomato, and cilantro. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In wide, 4-inch-deep heavy pot over moderate heat, heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches oil until deep-fat thermometer registers 350°F. Fry okra in batches (returning oil to 350°F between batches) until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer fried okra to paper towels to drain.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine okra, onion-tomato mixture, lemon juice, salt, and chaat masala. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right okra: Select young, tender okra pods that are about 3-4 inches long. Avoid okra that is too large or has blemishes.
  • Wash and dry the okra: Rinse the okra under cold water and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  • Slice the okra: Cut the okra into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • Marinate the okra: In a large bowl, combine the okra, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let the okra marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Bread the okra: In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Dredge the okra slices in the breading mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
  • Fry the okra: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and let it heat until shimmering. Carefully place the breaded okra slices in the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Drain the okra: Remove the okra from the skillet and drain it on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Serve the okra: Serve the crispy fried okra immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy fried okra salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The okra is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the salad is light and refreshing. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Related Topics