Crispy Fried Okra

4.60 from 27 votes

This Classic Southern Fried Okra Recipe features fresh okra breaded in a cornmeal and breadcrumb mixture (the secret to extra crispy fried okra!)

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Southern

Servings: servings

Calories: 169kcal

Season okra with salt and pepper.
Add eggs to a separate small bowl and beat.
Combine flour, cornmeal, seasoned bread crumbs, paprika and cayenne into another small bowl and whisk together.
Begin by dipping okra into dry coating mixture.
Next add okra to eggs coating on all sides.
Lastly dip back into the coating and set aside okra on baking sheet.
Repeat dredging process until all okra is ready. Let them all set for about 15-20 minutes until they are completely set up so the batter stays on.
Heat oil going up about an 1 inch in a frying pan over medium high heat. You should be looking for a temperature of around 350 F.
Fry okra until golden brown and drain on paper towels.
Serve warm.

How to Store Fried Okra

Refrigerate: Make sure you cool down your breaded okra to room temperature before you store it up. Add in a single layer to an airtight container lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil. It will last about 3 days.

Freeze: The best way to freeze these up is to flash freeze them. Spread the leftovers on a baking sheet and freeze for an hour until solid them drop the individual pieces in a freezer safe bag or container removing as much air as possible. They won't stick this way, and they should keep for about 6 months.

Reheat: If you have an air fryer, that's the way to go boos! It will crisp these babies back up perfectly. Heat at 350 until crispy and hot (about 4-5 minutes. You can also do this with an oven but crank the heat up to about 375 or 400 and bake for 10-15 turning halfway. I don't recommend using a microwave.