"Put a Southern twist on classic poppers by using okra instead of jalapeños. These are filled with creamy pimento cheese, wrapped in bacon, and fried to crispy perfection in the air fryer. Serve with tangy homemade remoulade sauce for dipping...."
INGREDIENTS
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½ lb fresh okra
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2 cups buttermilk
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½ teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
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8 oz cheddar cheese, freshly grated
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4 oz cream cheese, cubed, room temperature
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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4 oz pimiento peppers, drained and chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon cayenne
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½ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon creole mustard
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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½ tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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½ tablespoon green onion, green parts only
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¼ teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon cayenne
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2 teaspoons Louisiana-style hot sauce
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¼ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
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½ teaspoon whole grain mustard
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 lb bacon strips, halved crosswise