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Indian Ladyfingers

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Fried okra with Indian seasonings and presentation

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh okra – rinsed and dried
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground tumeric
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Cut off the tops of the okra, slice off the tips on the bias, then slice each piece in half and set aside
  2. Combine the dry ingredients in a gallon freezer bag and shake to mix them up
  3. Whisk together the egg and milk, pour over the sliced okra and use a glove to thoroughly coat each piece
  4. Transfer the okra to the freezer bag of mixed flour and spices, then shake and turn until the okra is completely coated
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a heavy bottom pot  to 350-375 degrees, then carefully place the okra in the pot and fry until golden brown. Don’t over crowd the pot and fry the okra in batches.
  6. Remove with a spider, drain on a paper towel covered rack and lightly salt to taste

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