Ingredients

• 3 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra, thawed
• 6 tablespoons buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic herb seasoning blend
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Oil for deep-fat frying
• Additional salt and pepper, optional

Directions

1. or Frying – Wash and remove stems.

2. blanch small pods 3 minutes and large pods 4 minutes. Cool promptly and drain. Slice crosswise and dredge with meal or flour. Spread in a single layer on shallow trays. Place in freezer just long enough to freeze firm. Package quickly, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Seal and freeze.

3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry okra, a few pieces at a time, for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Yield: 2 servings.

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