Description
Fried Okra Pepper Jack Cheese is a delightful Southern-inspired treat that perfectly marries crispy fried okra with the rich, spicy flavor of melted pepper jack cheese. This dish is a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal appetizer or snack for any gathering. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a cheesy explosion, ensuring that your taste buds will be dancing with joy. Whether you’re celebrating game day or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is simple to prepare and certain to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh okra, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying (approximately 2 cups)
Instructions
- Wash the okra and slice it into bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each okra piece into the egg mixture then coat it in the flour-cornmeal mix.
- Press shredded pepper jack cheese into each coated piece.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F).
- Fry okra in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg