Nut-Free Crispy Baked Okra
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch of Nut-Free Crispy Baked Okra—a guilt-free snack or side dish that's packed with bold, savory flavors and a delightful texture! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and more, these okra slices are dunked in a tangy buttermilk and egg mixture before being coated in a nut-free cornmeal and flour crust. Oven-baked to golden perfection, this healthy alternative to fried okra delivers all the crispiness without the extra oil. Plus, it's completely nut-free, making it a safe and delicious choice for those with allergies. Whether paired with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoyed on its own, these crunchy bites are sure to be a hit at your table! Ideal keywords: nut-free okra recipe, crispy baked okra, healthy okra snacks, oven-baked crispy vegetables, nut-free side dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 100 grams cornmeal
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 large egg
- 120 ml buttermilk
- 1 as required olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the fresh okra thoroughly. Trim the stem ends and cut each okra into 1/2-inch thick slices.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until well combined.
In a separate large bowl, mix the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper until evenly distributed.
Dip each okra slice in the buttermilk and egg mixture to coat completely, then dredge it in the cornmeal-flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Arrange the coated okra slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the okra with olive oil cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the okra is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your nut-free crispy baked okra as a snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.7 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 2645 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.6 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 602 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
