Pete's Okra Patties

Total Time: 50 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh okra or 1 (18 ounce) bag frozen cut okra
• 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch garlic powder (potional)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• oil (for frying)

Recipe

• 1 combine cut okra, onion, salt, pepper, water and egg. mix well. combine flour, baking powder, cornmeal and garlic powder. add to okra mixture, stirring well. drop about 1/4 cup portions into about 1/2" hot oil. fry over medium heat until well browned on both sides. drain on paper towels.