Ingredients
- 1 qt peanut oil
- 1/4 lb fresh okra
- 1 shallot
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1 small lemon
- Maldon sea salt, to taste
Fried Okra & Shallots with Fresh Cilantro
Meal: Side
Cuisine: American
Ingredient: Vegetables
Season: Winter
Contributor: Anolon Culinary Team
Directions
4 SERVINGS
- Heat oil to 350°F.
- While oil is heating, remove stems & slice okra in half lengthwise.
- Cut shallot into thin slices.
- Fry okra until crisp & golden, about 7 or 8 minutes.
- While okra fries, coarsely chop cilantro.
- Add shallots to okra for the last 2-3 minutes of frying.
- Remove with a slotted spoon & let excess oil drain onto a paper towel.
- Toss with fresh cilantro, salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Companion recipe to New Orleans Dinner Fried Okra video
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