Oven Fried Okra
Crispy, golden, and bursting with Southern charm, this Oven Fried Okra recipe delivers all the crunch and flavor of traditional fried okra—but with a healthier twist! Coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of cornmeal, breadcrumbs, and spices, these oven-baked morsels achieve irresistible crispness without the need for deep frying. A simple egg and buttermilk wash ensures every bite is packed with bold, savory flavor, while a light spritz of cooking spray guarantees that satisfying crunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer. Serve piping hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat everyone will love! Keywords: oven fried okra, crispy baked okra, healthy southern recipes, easy okra recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh okra
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 0.75 cup Cornmeal
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Rinse the okra under cool water, pat dry with a paper towel, and trim off the stems. Slice the okra into 1/2-inch pieces.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg and buttermilk together until well combined.
In a shallow dish, mix the cornmeal, breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
Dip the sliced okra pieces into the egg and buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
Transfer the coated okra to the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to ensure a thick, even coating of the dry mixture.
Arrange the breaded okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring none of the pieces overlap.
Lightly spray the tops of the okra with cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping the okra halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve immediately and enjoy your oven-fried okra with your favorite dipping sauce or as-is!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.2 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 233 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3043 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.9 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1983 mg | 42% | |
*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.
