Description
Crispy Louisiana Okra Patties deliver Southern comfort with a golden crunch of fresh okra, herbs, and cornmeal. Served hot from the skillet, these irresistible fritters bring you straight to New Orleans’ soulful culinary landscape where flavor meets heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1.5 cups (354 ml) fresh okra, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeno, finely chopped (optional for spice)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) cornmeal
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup (118 ml) buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) melted butter
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Create a harmonious blend of dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, combining cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Incorporate finely chopped okra, diced onion, and minced jalapeno for a vibrant flavor profile.
- Introduce buttermilk, a whisked egg, and melted butter to the dry mixture, gently folding until a cohesive, thick batter emerges with a scoopable consistency.
- Preheat a skillet with vegetable oil to medium temperature, ensuring sufficient depth for frying.
- Carefully drop dollops of batter into the sizzling oil, using approximately two tablespoons per patty. Gently flatten each patty with a spatula to encourage even cooking.
- Allow patties to golden and crisp, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a delectable, crunchy exterior.
- Remove the okra patties using a slotted spatula, transferring them to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain their crisp texture.
- Present the warm patties alongside complementary condiments like ranch dressing, spicy mayonnaise, or zesty hot sauce for an enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Opt for fresh okra to ensure the best texture and flavor in your patties, avoiding slimy or overripe vegetables.
- Adjust the heat level by controlling the amount of jalapeno or substituting with milder peppers like bell peppers for a kid-friendly version.
- Ensure oil temperature stays consistent around 350°F to achieve perfectly crispy exterior without burning the patties.
- Transform these patties into a gluten-free option by replacing wheat flour with almond or rice flour, maintaining the same delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg