Instructions

1. 1
   Wash and drain a couple of handfuls of fresh okra.
2. 2
   Cut each okra into three or four slices, about ¾–1 inch (2–2.5 cm) long. Discard the stem.
3. 3
   Soak the okra in buttermilk or plain milk, drain, then dredge in seasoned flour and corn meal. A quick way to do this is to put ½ cup flour and 1 cup of corn meal in a plastic bag, add the spices you like, put in the okra, and shake.
4. 4
   Let the okra rest a few minutes. If any pieces look soggy, dredge them again in a flour/corn meal mix.
5. 5
   Deep fry the okra in hot oil until a light to medium brown. They're done in 2–3 minutes.
6. 6
   Drain, and enjoy!