Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh okra, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Okra: Rinse and slice the okra into 1/2 inch pieces and set aside.
- Make the Coating: In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Okra: Dip the okra pieces into the beaten egg, then toss them in the cornmeal mixture until well coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Air Fry the Okra: Place the coated okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with oil. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve hot, with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 4g