1 lb. fresh okra2 eggs3-4 servings

Air Fried Okra

By Instant Pot Culinary Team

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3-4 Servings

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Easy

Air Fried Okra
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Recipe Details

Course: Appetizers, Side Dish, Snacks

Difficulty: Easy

Cooking Technique: Air Fry

Cuisine: African, American

Diet: Vegetarian

Yield: 3-4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh okra
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • ¾ c yellow cornmeal
  • 1 c flour
  • ½ tsp cayenne
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable cooking spray
Contrary to popular belief, okra is in fact a green fruit with a mild flavor and satisfying crunch. Easy, cornmeal crusted okra is a beloved Southern recipe that is equal parts easy and delicious. Make sure to coat these in cooking spray to get a golden crust!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, beat together eggs with cold water.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine half of the flour, cornmeal, cayenne, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss sliced okra with half of the flour. Shake off excess and pour the remaining flour into the cornmeal bowl.
  4. Using one hand, coat the floured okra pieces in the egg mixture. Use your other hand to coat the egg-washed okra in the seasoned cornmeal. Re-dip okra pieces in the egg then the breading if the coating does not stick.
  5. Spread the breaded okra into the appliance in one layer, careful not to crowd. Liberally coat all okra with vegetable spray.
  6. Air Fry in batches at 400°F for 13 – 15 Minutes, rotating pieces after 8-10 Minutes. Spray with vegetable cooking spray after rotating. Continue working in batches until all okra are fried.
  7. Serve warm lemon slices or your favorite dipping sauce.

About the chef

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

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