Best 7 Okra Fritters Recipes

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Okra fritters are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. Okra is a vegetable that is often used in Southern and African cuisine, and it has a slightly slimy texture that some people find appealing and others find off-putting. When okra is fried, the sliminess disappears and the okra becomes crispy and flavorful. Okra fritters are typically made with a batter of flour, eggs, and milk, and they can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. They can also be made with a variety of different flours, such as cornmeal, almond flour, or whole wheat flour. Okra fritters are a popular dish in many cultures, and they can be found on the menus of restaurants all over the world. They are also a relatively easy dish to make at home, and they can be made with ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

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

OKRA FRITTERS



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In the South, okra is every where. I threw together this recipe when trying to come up with something different. When I make this for the kids, I leave out the tomatoes and onion.

Provided by Tiger Sand

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh okra, sliced in 1/8 inch pieces
1 large tomato, diced
1 onion, diced
6 packets instant grits
2 eggs, lightly beaten
salt and black pepper to taste
½ cup oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine okra, tomato, and onion in a large bowl. Add the grits, eggs, salt, and pepper and blend together using your hands.
  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Form patties 2 1/2 inches in diameter, about 1/2 the size of a hamburger. Place the fritter in the pan and cook until golden brown, about five minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook until browned on the other side, about five minutes more. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 342.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

OKRA FRITTERS



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Make and share this Okra Fritters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups sliced fresh okra, about 2/3 lb. or so
vegetable oil (for frying)
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 9 ingredients until mixed.
  • Stir in okra.
  • Pour oil into deep skillet (chicken fryer), about 2" deep of oil, and heat to 350 degrees.
  • Drop okra mixture by tablespoonsful into hot oil carefully, and cook until golden brown, turning once.
  • Drain on papertowels.
  • Sprinkle with a little salt if desired and serve immediately.
  • *2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed, may be subbed for sliced fresh okra. Thaw, then set on papertowels.

OKRA CORNMEAL FRITTERS



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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Side     Fry     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Cornmeal     Pan-Fry     Okra     Party     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 28 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bacon slices
1/2 large Vidalia or other sweet onion, finely chopped (2/3 cup)
1/2 pound fresh okra, trimmed and chopped
1 large egg
1 cup well-shaken buttermilk
1 cup white cornmeal (preferably stone-ground)
1 tespoon sugar
1/4 tespoon cayenne
About 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200°F with rack in middle.
  • Cook bacon in a heavy medium skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels, reserving fat in skillet. Finely chop bacon. Add onion and okra to fat in skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in bacon.
  • Whisk egg in a medium bowl, then whisk in buttermilk, cornmeal, sugar, cayenne, and 1 tsp salt until smooth. Stir in okra mixture.
  • Wipe skillet clean. Add enough oil to skillet to measure 1/4 inch and heat over medium heat until it shimmers. Cook rounded tablespoons of batter (6 to 7 fritters per batch), turning once, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Keep warm in oven while making remaining batches. Serve immediately.

DOWN HOME OKRA FRITTERS



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My family loves these fritters with Chili, Red beans and rice, or just as a snack with sour cream. They eat them up as fast as I can fry them..lol! Sometimes I make them spicier,add fresh corn, cayenne pepper, etc... just play with the recipe..you can't go wrong.. Enjoy...:)) My Photos

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c yellow corn meal
2 tsp baking powder
1 egg
1 1/2 c water
8 - 10 oz okra, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
1 large jalapeno, diced small
3 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp onion, diced small
1/4 tsp pepper
3 tsp sea salt
red pepper flakes ( optional )
1/4 c vegetable oil, plus more as frying

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, and sea salt.
  • 2. Combine the egg and water in another bowl.
  • 3. Pour the water and egg into the cornmeal, stir until smooth.
  • 4. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix till well distributed. ( Batter should be thick, wet, not dry.)
  • 5. In a skillet, ( I use my cast iron ) heat oil on medium. For larger fritters, measure out about 1/4 cup of batter. Pour into the hot oil. Fry the cakes until the bottoms are brown and bubbles form on the tops and edges. About 3 minutes on each side. ( Add more oil as needed as you fry your fritters )
  • 6. Drain on paper towels.
  • 7. Serve with your favorite condiments. They go well with sour cream and salsa. Enjoy!!!

OKRA FRITTERS



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Very good Okra Fritters that I seen made on the today show with Chef Scott Peacock. He made them for Giada De Laurentiis to try as she had never eaten okra.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 16 2inch fritters

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup white cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced okra
canola oil (for frying)
4 tablespoons cream of tartar
2 tablespoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Put the cornmeal, flour,1 teaspoon of the salt & 1 teaspoon of the home made Baking Powder in a mixing bowl and stir well with a whisk to blend.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and water and stir into the dry ingredients, mixing only until moistened.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper over the onion and sliced okra and toss lightly.
  • Fold the okra & onion into the batter.
  • Pour 1 inch of oil into heavy skillet and heat to 340-350 degrees; Spoon the okra batter by heaping tablespoons into hot oil, fry until golden brown on one side and turn and continue until both sides are browned and the fritters are cooked through; remove from skillet to paper towel to drain.
  • Serve & enjoy.
  • For homemade baking powder: sift the 2 ingredients together 3 times and transfer to a clean tight-sealing jar; store at room temperature for up to 6 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.6, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 13.2, Sodium 695.2, Carbohydrate 8.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 1.2

OKRA FRITTERS



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Categories     Vegetable     Side

Yield 10 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups frozen sliced okra, thawed and coarsely chopped
1/2 small yellow onion, diced small (1/2 cup)
1 large egg
1/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • # In a large, heavy skillet, heat oil over medium. In a medium bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add okra and onion and toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and buttermilk. Add to okra mixture and stir just until combined. # In two batches, drop batter in 2-tablespoonful mounds into oil. With a small spatula or butter knife, gently flatten each mound and fry until golden, about 4 minutes per side, flipping once (adjust heat if browning too quickly). Drain on paper towels. Season with salt and serve warm. Total: 30 minutes

ZELDA'S OKRA FRY FRITTERS



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I like this because its just different than fried okra. I don't like slimey okra so it has to be fried. I like to fix it with beans and fresh sliced tomatoes. Hope you will enjoy it also.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Other Breads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c self rising flour
1 c cornmeal
1 pinch salt
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium bowl okra sliced
2 1/2 c milk or water, your choice

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together throughly then fry in oil or claifry butter. Really delicious.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender okra pods for the best flavor and texture.
  • Soak the okra in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking to reduce sliminess.
  • Slice the okra into thin rounds or halve them lengthwise for even cooking.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the batter to avoid overworking it, which can make the fritters tough.
  • Heat the oil to a medium-high temperature before frying the fritters to prevent them from absorbing too much oil.
  • Fry the fritters in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
  • Drain the fritters on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.

Conclusion:

Okra fritters are a delicious and versatile snack or side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a meal or as a standalone treat. With their crispy exterior and tender, slightly slimy interior, okra fritters are a delight for the senses. Whether you prefer them plain or with a variety of dipping sauces, these fritters are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for something new and exciting to try, give okra fritters a try - you won't be disappointed!

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