Southern Fried Okra

Southern Fried Okra Ingredients for Okra 1 pound fresh okra (preferably Louisiana green velvet okra) 2 cups buttermilk 3/4 cups finely ground cornmeal 3/4 cup bread flour 3/4 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper vegetable oil salt and pepper Method of Preparation for Okra Cut off woody part of the stem of okra and soak in buttermilk. Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in cast-iron pot to 375 degrees. Combine dry ingredients in separate bowl. Dredge okra in flour mix. Fry okra in oil while carefully rotating for 4 to 5 minutes until batter begins to brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serves 4 to 6. Remoulade Dipping Sauce 1 cup Duke’s mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons capers 3 each cornichons chopped fine 1 tablespoon tarragon vinegar 2 green onions chopped fine Mix all ingredients in bowl and serve.