Recipe
Fried Okra Salad
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 4 teaspoons Rustic Rub
- 16 okra pods, washed and cut in half lengthwise
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup solid vegetable shortening, for frying
- 4 cups assorted salad greens
- Green Onion Dressing
Directions
- Beat together the buttermilk and egg in a small bowl. Add 2 teaspoons of the rub and stir to blend. Add the okra and turn to coat evenly. Let sit for 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, and 1 teaspoon of the rub.
- Dredge the okra in the flour mixture and heat the shortening in a skillet. When it is hot, place the okra, split side down, in the oil and fry, turning once, for about 2 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle the okra with the remaining 1 teaspoon of rub.
- Divide the greens into 4 equal portions. Top each with okra and drizzle with dressing.
- Serve immediately.
Recipe Details
- Source: Real and Rustic Cookbook
- Dish Type: Appetizer
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