Description
Savory okra patties blend Southern comfort with fresh, zesty flavors. Crispy exterior and tender interior make these patties a delightful meal that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) melted butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) cornmeal
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 cups (354 ml) fresh okra, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeno, finely chopped (optional for spice)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Batter Preparation: Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large mixing bowl. Fold in chopped okra, diced onion, and minced jalapeno to infuse robust flavor.
- Liquid Integration: Pour buttermilk, whisked egg, and melted butter into the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick, uniform batter forms with a smooth, spoonable consistency.
- Frying Setup: Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high temperature, creating an ideal frying environment with sufficient oil depth.
- Patty Crafting: Gently drop batter portions into the hot oil, using a spoon to create uniform patties. Press each patty lightly with a spatula to ensure even browning and crisp edges.
- Cooking Process: Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating when golden brown and developing a crispy, mahogany-colored exterior. Ensure internal temperature reaches optimal doneness.
- Draining and Serving: Transfer crisp okra fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Plate immediately and accompany with ranch dressing, spicy mayonnaise, or hot sauce for a tantalizing finish.
Notes
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Pat okra dry thoroughly before chopping to prevent excess liquid that could make patties soggy or prevent proper binding.
- Optimize Oil Temperature: Maintain consistent medium heat (around 350°F) to ensure crispy exterior without burning, using a thermometer for precision frying.
- Customize Spice Levels: Adjust jalapeno quantity based on personal heat preference, removing seeds for milder version or adding extra for more intense kick.
- Explore Alternative Flours: Swap cornmeal with gluten-free alternatives like almond or chickpea flour to accommodate dietary restrictions while maintaining crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg