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Crispy Air Fryer Fried Okra Recipe

Crispy air fryer fried okra made easy. A healthy Southern style snack ready in minutes.

Crispy Air Fryer Fried Okra Recipe

Make crispy air fryer fried okra with this easy Southern style recipe. Healthy, quick, and perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
15m
Rest time
0s
Total time
25m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 100 g fresh okra pods sliced
  • 30 g cornmeal
  • 20 g all purpose flour
  • 30 ml buttermilk
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1 tablespoon cooking spray

Origins

USA

Instructions

  1. Wash fresh okra pods and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Slice okra pods into 1 cm thick pieces and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix cornmeal, all purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
  4. For buttermilk into a separate bowl.
  5. Dip sliced okra into buttermilk, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  6. Transfer okra pieces into the cornmeal mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 200 degrees Celsius (about 390 degrees Fahrenheit) for 5 minutes.
  8. Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  9. Place coated okra pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
  10. Spray the top of okra lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
  11. Cook okra in air fryer at 200 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes.
  12. After 5 minutes, shake the basket gently to turn okra pieces for even cooking.
  13. Once cooked and crispy, remove okra from air fryer and serve immediately.

Tips

  • Ensure okra is dry before coating to get maximum crispiness.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking.
  • Shake the basket halfway through cooking for uniform crispiness.

Serving Suggestions

  • ranch dressing
  • spicy ketchup
  • coleslaw
  • lemon wedges

Enjoy this crispy air fryer fried okra as a tasty, healthy snack or appetizer any time of day.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 5
  • Sodium (g): 300
  • Sugar (g): 3
  • Fat (g): 6
  • Carbohydrates (g): 20
  • Protein (g): 3
  • Calories: 150
  • Cholesterol (g): 0
  • Saturated Fat (g): 1

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