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Air Fryer Crispy Fried Okra

Air Fryer Crispy Fried Okra

A delightful and crunchy take on fried okra using an air fryer that cuts down on oil.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb okra, trimmed and sliced
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  • In a bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Coat the sliced okra in the beaten eggs, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Arrange the coated okra in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Lightly drizzle olive oil over the okra.
  • Cook for about 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden.
  • Serve warm and enjoy your crispy fried okra!

Notes

For an extra kick, add cayenne pepper to the breading. Serve with ranch dressing!