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Fried Okra
4.9 from 417 votes

Fried Okra

Fried Okra features fresh or frozen okra pieces coated in a spiced batter made from flour, club soda, smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper. The okra is fried until golden and crispy, offering a crunchy exterior and tender interior. Served with a spearmint yogurt dip, it provides a flavorful snack or side dish.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Side Dish, Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 500 g okra cleaned and washed (fresh or frozen)
For the batter:
  • 200 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 club soda 250 ml/ 8 ½ oz, can, sparkling water
  • 1 tsp. smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp. garlic grated
  • salt
  • black pepper
For frying:
  • sunflower oil
For serving:
  • yogurt spearmint dip

Instructions

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  1. Cut each okra into 3.
For the batter:
  1. Place the flour and the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
For frying:
  1. Heat a pan and pour in sunflower oil and let it heat up well.
  2. Take a few okra at a time, shake off excess batter, place them in the pan, and fry for 1 to 2 minutes until they become crispy and golden.
  3. As soon as the okra turns golden brown, place them on an absorbent paper to drain and serve with the spearmint yogurt dip or tzatziki.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen okra; smaller cut pieces promote crispiness.
  • Serve immediately after frying to maintain crisp texture.