Mexican Fried Okra - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. fresh cut okra
1 pkg. jalapeno cornbread mix
1/2 chopped green pepper
1 c. mushrooms (optional)
1 c. diced tomatoes (optional)
1 tsp. bacon drippings (for microwave) or use Crisco (for regular stove)
1 egg
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. paprika
1 c. buttermilk

Preparation

Mix all ingredients, except okra, together for batter.
Stir in okra.
Use remainder of batter for cornbread.
Cook in skillet for stove or in covered glass bowl for microwave.
Cook until desired firmness.