Our okra crop has been terrific again this summer. I can barely keep it harvested before more pods are ready to be cut. We eat a lot of fried okra in the summer months and I freeze a lot to cook in the winter months. How I freeze okra Wash pods and let dry overnight. Slice pods to preferred thickness for frying. Mix sliced pods with preferred breading. I use cornmeal, a small amount of flour, salt and pepper. Spread…
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