The best fried okra you will ever eat contains just 4 ingredients. Read on for the magic!
I’m going to go ahead and be bold today and put this out there: This recipe for fried okra is THE EASIEST and THE BEST recipe for fried okra. Yep. I said it. Sometimes the easiest way really is the best way my friends. I promise you will not be able to stop eating these little golden nuggets of goodness!
Fried okra has always been one of my favorite sides and something we had regularly growing up. My granny would make them for one of her epic suppers she would cook for us when we came to visit. I don’t know her recipe but I know she liked the Moss product brand so that is what I’m using today. My fried okra recipe is so simple because I use seafood breader in place of a mix of cornmeal and spices. I just add a little salt and pepper and it’s ready to go!
My husband’s favorite side is definitely fried okra so he was more than happy to stand by and do the frying! The process is super quick. You chop up your okra, dip several at a time into buttermilk (get them really good and coated) and then you dredge them in the seafood breader, salt/pepper mixture. I get them really nice and coated so they’re extra crispy and then into the hot oil they go!
You only need about an inch of vegetable oil in the frying skilletĀ and you’ll know it’s hot enough when you can toss a little amount of the breader in and it begins to sizzle. Add a few pieces of okra at a time and turn once during frying to get them crispy on both sides. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain and that is it!
Now you don’t need to dip these since they are so good by themselves but I love a good dip so I threw together a “comeback” or “fry” sauce to go with these and I’ve included the recipe for that as well.
Have fun enjoying and sharing fried okra. It will go fast! Let me know what you think by commenting below or tagging #allthekingsmorsels and @allthekingsmorsels on social media!
Want more side recipes? Check out my Tangy Southern Coleslaw and Squash Casserole.

Fried Okra with Comeback Sauce
Ingredients
For the Fried Okra
- 1 lb okra, tops and ends removed, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups seafood breader (add some salt and pepper)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- vegetable oil, for frying, about an inch
For the Comeback Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp apple cider or white vinegar
- dash hot sauce
- splash dill pickle juice (optional)
Instructions
For the Fried Okra
- Remove tops and ends of okra and chop into bite-sized pieces
- Add buttermilk to a large bowl
- Add seafood breader (add some salt and pepper) to a large bowl
- Dip a few okra into the buttermilk and then dredge in the seafood mixture and coat well in both bowls
- Heat oil in a skillet on medium-high heat using about an inch of oil
- Add okra in batches, turning once during frying
- Once golden on both sides remove (using a metal spoon) to a plate lined with paper towels to drain
- Sprinkle with salt before serving
For the Comeback Sauce
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
Bernice Hill says
mmm. I really have no experience with okra at all…but this recipe looks like a real winner. Plus, that SAUCE! I would actually give this a try. Our local market sometimes sells locally grown okra so that would be a great place to start!
Kristen King says
I hope you’ll try it! Let me know what you think!
Analida @ ethnicspoon.com says
I am making these for my next tapas party and I know everyone will love them! Thanks for sharing!
Kristen King says
Let me know what you think! I LOVE the idea of a tapas party!
lauren says
These look dangerously good! Just the perfect size for a crispy finger food. The splash of pickle juice in the sauce is such a good idea!
Veena Azmanov says
I am a huge fan of okra and this would be such a treat. I love okra anything but I have still not made fried okra. SOunds so yum and the sauce looks delish.
Nicole | Culinary Cool says
Growing up, we never had okra, which is such a shame! It wasn’t until I was well into my 20’s that I tried it for the first time, and was in love. I’ve never had it fried, though! Sure looks amazing!
Jyothi (Jo) says
oh my oh my oh my…i cant tell you how much I love okra. We cook okra in so many ways and I love them all. In love with your photography. Looks delish!
Kiki Johnson says
I always stop when I pass the okra in the veggie aisle but I never really know what to make, other than curry. This would be such a special appetizer or game day snack! Cannot wait to try!
Tammy says
I’ve never tried orka before but this looks so delicious! I wish I could try it now! Lovely dish š
Lorie says
Iāve only had okra in stir fries and soups. But now I know what my favorite way to eat them is gonna be!!!
Sri Mallya says
WOW! These okra looks fantastic and I am totally in love with the sauce. Thank you for sharing this great recipe.
Karyl Henry says
I have such a love/hate relationship with okra, and it all depends on how it’s prepared. Fried is my absolute favorite! I’ve never heard of this seafood breader, I’ll have to check it out because a crunchy crust is the only appropriate way to enjoy fried seafood!!
Jackie @ The Seaside Baker says
I have never had okra, but I’m sure I would love these! I don’t even know a place where I could buy it here in San Diego?!?
Tatiana says
I first tried okra here, in United States and instantly fell in love and was looking for a good recipe ever since! Looking good!
Jagruti says
This is a great Okra recipe!! I haven’t eaten okra fried before so this is my chance!