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Okie Fried Okra


1 lb. okra, with stem and ends cut off, chopped into 1 inch portions

Salt and Pepper

3/4 c. all purpose flour

1/2 t. baking powder

1/2 t. salt

1/2 c. milk

1 beaten egg

cooking oil


Sprinkle the okra pieces with salt and pepper.

Combine flour, baking powder and 1/2 t. salt. Mix milk and egg and add to flour mixture, beating until smooth.

Dip the okra into the batter and fry till golden brown in the oil that has been heated for deep fat frying. Brown evenly and drain on paper towels. Makes 4-6 servings.


Fried Okra is another part of the Oklahoma official meal, along with chicken fried steak and other delicacies.