Air Fried Okra

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!

Cuisine

African, American

Course

Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Difficulty

Easy

Diet

Vegetarian

Cooking Technique

Air Fry

Keywords

1 c flour, 1 lb. fresh okra, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp water, 3-4 servings, african, air fry, american, appetizer, cajun, creole, easy, Instant Pot Culinary Team, new orleans, side dish, snack, vegetable cooking spray, vegetarian, ½ tsp cayenne, ½ tsp paprika, ¾ c yellow cornmeal

Servings

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

Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, beat together eggs with cold water.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine half of the flour, cornmeal, cayenne, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, toss sliced okra with half of the flour. Shake off excess and pour the remaining flour into the cornmeal bowl.
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.
Spread the breaded okra into the appliance in one layer, careful not to crowd. Liberally coat all okra with vegetable spray.
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.
Serve warm lemon slices or your favorite dipping sauce.