Okra Fritters

8 Reviews

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Ready In: 25 min

“In the South, okra is every where. I threw together this recipe when trying to come up with something different. When I make this for the kids, I leave out the tomatoes and onion.” - by Tiger Sand

Ingredients

2 pounds fresh okra, sliced in 1/8 inch pieces
1 large tomato, diced
1 onion, diced
6 packets instant grits
2 eggs, lightly beaten
salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup oil for frying, or as needed

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

Combine okra, tomato, and onion in a large bowl. Add the grits, eggs, salt, and pepper and blend together using your hands.
Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Form patties 2 1/2 inches in diameter, about 1/2 the size of a hamburger. Place the fritter in the pan and cook until golden brown, about five minutes. Flip with a spatula and cook until browned on the other side, about five minutes more. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
196 cal
10%

Carbs
35.7 g
12%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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KimberlyOakes

Jul. 1, 2010

"This was such a big hit! I added a little bit of bacon grease. And I also precooked my onions and okra, just to soften it up a bit. My family demands that I make this again and again and again... UP..." See moreDATE: I made these again last weekend with http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Grandpas-Tomato-Gravy/Detail.aspx , and it was a match made in heaven."

MBKRH

Jun. 1, 2010

"I have no idea what happened, but these were a failure. They fell apart while frying, but on the plus side, I love the incorporation of tomato in this. I've made variations of fritters before, but nev..." See moreer with tomato. I might try this again sometime, thanks."

Tenman

Aug. 20, 2009

"Hi Tiger: Sorry, I have not had time to try this recipe yet! Being from So.Georgia myself, I like okra prepared any way I can find it. I think this recipe is going to be wonderful. I will come back ..." See morewhen I've tried it and update. Best wishes, Larry"

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