Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 cups sliced okra (thawed if frozen)
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (optional)
  • oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • salt to taste

Instruction

  • Set up an assembly line: Place flour on a plate. Pour buttermilk in a bowl. Combine panko bread crumbs, garlic, salt and cajun seasoning together on another plate.
  • Dredge the okra in the flour. Dip the the buttermilk, let excess drip off. Dredge okra in panko bread crumb mixture. Repeat until all okra is coated.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1/2 inch oil to 350 degrees. Once oil reaches temperature, fry orka, in batches if necessary until golden brown. About 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer okra to a paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with salt.
  • To make dipping sauce whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise and cajun seasoning. Season to taste with salt.
  • Serve okra with dipping sauce.