Spicy Fried Okra Nuggets

Spicy Fried Okra Nuggets 1 lb okra, rinsed, cut into ½ pieces 1½ cups cornmeal ½ cup all purpose flour 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tsp Slap Ya Mama® seasoning 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp salt 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 2 cups buttermilk 1 tbsp diced jalapenos (I used picked jalapenos) 2 cups vegetable oil Heat oil in a cast iron skillet or large frying pan to 350°. In a shallow container add buttermilk and diced jalapenos, stir and then add okra. Let soak while oil is heating up. Add cornmeal, flour, spices and seasonings into a large gallon size baggie, seal and shake to mix. Using a slotted spoon, allowing most of the liquid to drip off, add okra to baggie. Seal and shake to coat. Add about ⅓ of the okra into the oil and cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes, turning as necessary. Remove and place on a plate lined with paper towels. Continue cooking the remaining okra. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.