Fried Okra Recipe

Ingredients

Directions

1. CHUNKY TOMATO SAUCE: In small saucepan over medium heat, combine an 8 oz can tomato sauce, 1 small chopped onion, 1 seeded and chopped green bell pepper, 1/8 ts chopped garlic, 1 1/2 ts olive oil, 1/8 ts chili powder and 1/8 ts black pepper.
2. Cook about 15 minutes to blend flavors.
3. SPICY CHEESE SAUCE: In small saucepan, over low heat, melt 1/1/2 Tb butter/margarine.
4. STir in 2 Tb all purpose flour; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. In crease heat to medium; stir in 3/4 cup milk.
6. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
7. Gradually stir in 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, then stir in 4 oz can drained, chopped green chilies, 1/8 ts each ground red pepper and black pepper.
8. Keep dipping sauces warm.
9. In 4 quart saucepan, using deep-fry thermometer, heat 2 inch oil to 365 degrees.
10. Meanwhile, slice stems and tips from okra.
11. In medium bowl, combine next five ingredients.
12. In small dish, beat together egg and 1 Tb water.
13. Coat okra with egg mixture.
14. In small batches, fry coated okra until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes.
15. With slotted spoon, remove to paper towel to drain.
16. Serve immediately with warm dipping sauces.