Beer Batter Fried Okra Recipe

Ingredients for Beer Batter Fried Okra

• 1 pound fresh okra
• Self Rising Cornmeal
• Self Rising Flour
• 1 cup beer
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• Salt And Pepper
• Oil

How to Make Beer Batter Fried Okra

1. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup beer to create a batter slightly thinner than pancake batter.
3. Place the remaining 1/2 cup all-purpose flour in a large resealable plastic bag.
4. Rinse 1 pound of fresh okra thoroughly and pat completely dry with paper towels.
5. Trim and discard the stem ends of the okra.
6. Cut the okra pods into 1/2-inch rounds.
7. Add the okra rounds to the bag of flour; seal and shake until evenly coated.
8. Remove okra from the bag, gently shaking off any excess flour.
9. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F).
10. Working in batches, add the floured okra to the batter, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
11. Carefully place the battered okra into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
12. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
13. Remove the fried okra with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
14. Serve immediately and enjoy!