Fried Okra with Lemon Garlic Mayo Sauce

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Crispy, Southern fried okra that’s coated in cornmeal, flour and seasonings, is dipped in a creamy Duke’s Mayonnaise sauce for an easy and exciting savory snack. Taking just minutes to put together, this fried okra with garlic, lemon mayo sauce merges delicious flavors and an irresistible crunch. 

Okra

While it’s often used in dinner recipes and side dishes, in this recipe it also makes the ideal appetizer or game night snack. The okra is cut into bite-sized slices, allowing you to really coat them in the flour mixture to get them crispy and delicious. Prepping your okra for this dish couldn’t be simpler. I used frozen okra but if you want to use fresh okra, just cut off the stem end and slice them evenly and you are good to go.

Coating

To coat the okra, a simple flour and cornmeal mixture is given some extra flavor with paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic and onion powder. As okra has a very mild earthy taste, it’s a great vehicle for some punchy seasonings. The paprika will also help to give it a bit of color for a tempting golden coating. Make sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure a burst of flavor with every bite.

Garlic Lemon Mayo Sauce

With a citrus kick and a subtle spice, the garlic lemon mayo sauce can be whipped up in minutes and elevates staple ingredients into something extra special. For this recipe I used Duke’s Real Mayonnaise for its smooth, silky texture and hint of Southern flavor that goes beautifully with okra. Naturally sugar free, it’s perfect for cooking as you’ll always get that authentic, tangy mayo taste. The added lemon juice, zest and garlic add a bit of bite, while red pepper, salt and pepper really help the sauce sing. 

Frying the Okra

The key to getting these okra bites nice and crisp is to make sure that the oil is hot enough. If you add the okra when the oil is too cool, it will just be absorbed into the coating and the end result will be greasy. A good way to check is to dip a wooden spoon into the oil. If bubbles start to form around it, then you’re good to go! When it comes to this recipe you should use vegetable or peanut oil.  Other oils may alter the end result of the dish.

How to make Fried Okra 

Slice the okra and season with salt and pepper. In one bowl add the flour and seasonings. In another bowl add the egg. In the third bowl add the okra. 

Dip the okra into the egg. Let the excess drip back into the bowl 

then dip it into the flour then back into egg, then back into the flour. 

Place the coated slices on a baking sheet or plate.

Heat oil in a large pot or skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot or reaches 325 degrees Fahrenheit, carefully place the okra into the oil. Stir carefully so that the okra doesn’t stick to one another. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on a wire baking rack lined with paper towels. 

How to make Garlic Lemon Mayo Sauce

Add the Duke’s Mayo, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, garlic powder, sweet paprika, cayenne pepper and mix well. Serve with the fried okra. 

So, there you have it! An indulgent twist on a fried okra dish that everybody will love. How do you use Duke’s Mayo? If you haven’t tried Duke’s Mayo beyond just sandwiches, then this fried okra is perfect for you. For more great recipe ideas on how to embrace the heritage taste of Duke’s mayo in the kitchen, head over to their Instagram or Pinterest, where they share recipes from professional chefs and home cooks around the country!

Use any leftover sauce as a sandwich spread or a vegetable dip.

Fried Okra with Lemon Garlic Mayo

April Boller Wright

Crispy, Southern fried okra that’s coated in cornmeal, flour and seasonings, is dipped in a creamy Duke’s Mayonnaise sauce for an easy and exciting savory snack.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Southern, Southern American

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  

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• 12 oz frozen okra *See Notes Below
• cup salt and pepper for taste
• 1 1/4 all purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 4 tbsp cornmeal
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

Garlic Mayo Sauce

• 1 cup Dukes Mayonnaise
• 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 1/2 lemon juice
• pinch cayenne pepper
• pinch sweet paprika
• 2 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

 

• Slice the okra and season with salt and pepper. In one bowl add the flour and seasonings. In another bowl add the egg. In the third bowl add the okra. 
• Dip the okra into the egg. Let the excess drip back into the bowl then dip it into the flour then back into egg, then back into the flour. 
• Place the coated slices on a baking sheet or plate.
• Heat oil in a large pot or skillet over medium high heat. Once the oil is hot or reaches 325 degrees Fahrenheit, carefully place the okra into the oil. Stir carefully so that the okra doesn’t stick to one another. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on a wire baking rack lined with paper towels. 

Garlic Mayo Sauce

• Add the Duke’s Mayo, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, garlic powder, sweet paprika, cayenne pepper and mix well. Serve with the fried okra. 

Notes

I used frozen okra but if you want to use fresh okra, just cut off the stem end and slice them into ¼ inch pieces.

 

Handle gently while frying the okra and don’t worry if some of the breading falls off while it’s cooking, that’s just how fried okra is.

Use any leftover sauce as a sandwich spread or a vegetable dip.

Keyword fried okra, southern fried okra

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