Deliver big, bold flavor with our twist on fried okra using McCormick Culinary® Blackened Seasoning. Marinated in buttermilk and tossed in a classic cornmeal dredge spiced with Blackened Seasoning, okra is fried until golden brown and served with Blackened Ranch sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
- Blackened Ranch
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup buttermilk ranch dressing
- 1/3 tablespoon Blackened Seasoning
- Crispy Okra
- 1 1/2 flour, all-purpose
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Blackened Seasoning
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 16 ounces okra stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Nutrition Information
(per serving)
Deliver big, bold flavor with our twist on fried okra using McCormick Culinary® Blackened Seasoning. Marinated in buttermilk and tossed in a classic cornmeal dredge spiced with Blackened Seasoning, okra is fried until golden brown and served with Blackened Ranch sauce for dipping.
Key products
Instructions
Blackened Ranch
- Combine all ingredients in bowl, whisk to combine. Hold for service.
Crispy Okra
- In a bowl add okra and buttermilk. Stir to combine and allow to sit for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine all dry ingredients except for the second 2 tablespoons of Blackened Seasoning. Remove excess buttermilk from okra and transfer in batches to the dry mixture. Coat evenly and shake off excess. Once all okra is coated, place on a baking sheet with a wire rack. Place into the fridge for at least 15 minutes or until service.
Service
- Set fryer to 375°F and deep fry the okra until golden brown and crunchy, about 2-3 minutes. Drain well and toss with remaining 2 tablespoons Blackened Seasoning. For each portion, serve with 2 oz of Blackened Ranch for dipping. Serve immediately.
