INGREDIENTS
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2 large egg whites
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1 pound okra, trimmed and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
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1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Coarse salt and ground pepper
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1 quart vegetable oil
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Hot sauce, for serving (optional)