Jens Deep Fried Cajun Okra Recipes

CAJUN FRIED OKRA WITH CREAMY CHILI SAUCE

Steps:

• OKRA-Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F. (You may not need to use this much oil; do not fill the pan more than halfway up the sides with oil.).
• In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, House Seasoning, and Cajun spice.
• Dip okra in buttermilk and then dredge in cornmeal-flour mixture to coat well.
• Carefully add okra to the hot oil and cook until golden brown. (It may be necessary to fry the okra in batches.).
• Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and then serve immediately.
• CHILI SAUCE-In a small bowl, combine all ingredients, stirring well. Cover and chill.
• HOUSE SEASONING-Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

FRIED OKRA CAJUN STYLE WITH REMOULADE SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine the flour, cumin, chile powder, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and salt in a shallow bowl.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet.
• When it is very hot, dredge the okra in the flour mixture, shake off any excess then dip into egg then flour again and fry in the oil in batches until light-brown and crispy.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Season with salt.
• Serve with Remoulade Sauce recipe#87124.

JEN'S DEEP FRIED CAJUN OKRA

Steps:

• 1. If using whole fresh okra, wash thoroughly, drain, and cut stems off. You can slice them in half length-wise or slice them into 1/2 inch rounds. Frozen cut okra saves time. Place in a bowl and set aside.
• 2. Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350 degrees F. (You may not need to use this much oil; do not fill the pan more than halfway up the sides with oil.) Get a cookie sheet and line with paper towels. Set aside.
• 3. In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
• 4. In a separate bowl add buttermilk and hot pepper sauce. Whisk together.
• 5. Dip okra in buttermilk and then dredge in cornmeal-flour mixture to coat well.
• 6. Carefully add okra to the HOT oil and cook until golden brown. (It may be necessary to fry the okra in batches.)
• 7. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and then serve immediately with favorite dipping sauce.