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air fryer fried okra southern: Golden crispy air fryer fried okra southern style in a basket with crunchy texture.

Extra Crispy Air Fryer Fried Okra Southern Style

Chef Marcus
Make this Extra Crispy Air Fryer Fried Okra Southern Style for a healthy twist on a classic. Perfect for Crispy Air Fryer Sides, it's crunchy and guilt-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh okra sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal fine
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil for spraying

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and lightly spray the basket with oil.
  • In a bowl, toss sliced okra with beaten egg until coated.
  • In another bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper, then dredge egg-coated okra in the mixture.
  • Arrange okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with oil.
  • Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until golden and crispy.
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