Texas Fried Okra - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. yellow corn meal
3/4 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 lb. (about 4 c.) fresh okra
1 Tbsp. buttermilk or milk
1/3 c. oil

Preparation

In a plastic bag,
combine
corn
meal, flour, salt and pepper.
Cut okra into
1/2-inch slices and pour buttermilk or milk over okra and toss.
Place okra in plastic bag and shake. In a skillet, heat oil
and
add
okra.
Fry on moderate heat, turning frequently, until crispy
and
brown.
Drain
on paper towels.
Serve immediately.