====== Dry Fried Okra ======
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===== Ingredients =====
  * 1 pound okra, stems removed
  * 1/2 cup cornmeal
  * Vegetable oil
  * Kosher salt
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===== Info =====
  * **Prep:** 15
  * **Cook:** 15
  * **Serves:** 4
  * [[http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/dry-fried-okra-recipe-1946370|Source]]


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===== Directions =====
  - Rinse the whole okra pods under cold water, drain, pat dry, trim and cut into 1/4-inch pieces. Set aside.
  - Place the cornmeal into a sealable ziptop bag. Add the okra and shake to coat thoroughly. Return the okra to a dry colander and shake off excess cornmeal.
  - Add enough vegetable oil to a 12-inch stainless steel saute pan in order to completely cover the bottom of the pan. Place over medium-high heat and bring the oil to 370 degrees F. 
  - Add the okra and fry until golden brown on 1 side, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Stirring occasionally, continue cooking until okra is golden brown on all sides, approximately 5 to 6 minutes longer. 
  - Remove the okra from the pan with a slotted spoon or spatula to a cooling rack set over a newspaper-lined sheet pan. 
  - Season, to taste, with salt and allow to cool for 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

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