Okra Fritters - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. corn meal
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/2 c. evaporated milk
1 large egg, slightly beaten
salt and pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. red pepper
2 c. sliced fresh okra
2/3 lb. vegetable oil

Preparation

Combine first 9 ingredients. Stir in okra. Pour oil to a depth of 2-inches in a Dutch oven. Heat to 350\u00b0. Drop mixture by tablespoons into oil. Cook until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt if desired. Serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.