Fried Okra

This is one of my favorites! I can't resist them, I have no will power when a place of fried okra is sitting in front of me.  I even open the fridge and eat a few cold for a snack! : )

2 pounds Okra, Well Rinsed
1 Egg, Beaten
2 t. Water
2 c. Buttermilk
4 t. Salt 
1 t. Cayenne Pepper
2 c. Flour
2 c. Smashed Saltine Crackers or Ritz-like crackers
Black Pepper
4 c. Vegetable Oil


Cut the stems off and slice the okra ¼ inch thick.  In a large bowl, mix together the egg, water, buttermilk and 2 t. salt.  Add okra.  In another bowl, mix together the flour, cracker crumbs, remaining salt, and the cayenne and black pepper.  Remove okra with a slotted spoon and add to flour mixture.  Toss and remove to a rack to shake off excess flour.  Heat the oil to 350˚.  Add the okra by spoonfuls and fry to golden brown.  Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.  Keep warm while you fry remaining okra.  Serves 8-10. 


One way I love to serve this is on "Cracker Barrel Veg Platter" night. : )  We have fried okra, mashed potatoes, cinnamon apples and biscuits as our meal.  Yes, it's good. : )