"A sprinkling of sugar in the cornmeal coating caramelizes as the okra cooks, creating a crisp, golden crust...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 1/2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
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Vegetable oil