Soy-Free Crispy Baked Okra
Discover the ultimate snack or side dish with this Soy-Free Crispy Baked Okra recipe—light, crunchy, and packed with flavor! Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of pepper, fresh okra is coated in a delightful blend of cornmeal and flour for a gluten-friendly crispiness that’s baked to perfection. Skip the frying and enjoy this healthier alternative with minimal prep and less than 30 minutes of cooking time. Whether served alongside your favorite main course or enjoyed as a guilt-free snack, this easy oven-baked okra recipe delivers irresistible texture and taste without a drop of soy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Wash the okra thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry with a paper towel. Trim the stems off each pod and cut them in half lengthwise.
In a large bowl, combine the okra with the olive oil, tossing until all pieces are evenly coated.
In another bowl, mix together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.
Add the okra to the dry mixture, tossing to coat each piece evenly. Ensure that all sides of the okra are covered with the coating.
Spread the coated okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that the pieces are not touching each other to allow even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the okra is golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through cooking for even browning.
Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your soy-free crispy baked okra as a tasty side or a satisfying snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.0 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.9 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1616 mg | 34% | |
*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.
