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fried okra in air fryer

Fried Okra in Air Fryer: 7 Secrets for Perfect Crispiness


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy fried okra made in an air fryer.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound okra, sliced
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Dip okra slices in buttermilk, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
  4. Place the coated okra in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Remove when golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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