Southern Fried Okra with Jalapeno Yogurt Sauce

Small Town Woman
July 08, 2019
38

Southern Fried Okra is crispy, crunchy and just a tad peppery. Served with Jalapeno Yogurt Sauce it makes the perfect appetizer or side dish for fish, chicken, and pork.

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1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon jalapeno finely minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro finely minced
1/2 lb. fresh okra
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup self rising cornmeal
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoing
Vegetable oil for frying
  1. Mix yogurt, jalapeno, lime juice and cilantro in non reactive bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. Trim okra by cutting away and discarding tips and stems. Cut in 1/2 inch thick slices. Soak in...

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Nutritions

Calories
152

Sodium
120mg
5% DV

Fat
1g
2% DV

Protein
5g
11% DV

Carbs
28g
9% DV

Fiber
2g
11% DV