Fried Okra

(African Okra Fritter)

1 lb. fresh okra, cut into 1-inch pieces

1 large green tomato, diced

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 Jalapeno pepper, halved and sliced, seeds removed

2 eggs beaten

¼ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

½ c. milk

1 c. cornmeal

¼ c. vegetable oil

Directions:

Combine okra, tomato, onion, garlic and jalapeno pepper in a large bowl.

In a separate bowl, combine eggs, salt, pepper, and milk.

Pour egg mixture over veggies and toss to thoroughly coat.

Gradually add cornmeal until mixture on the okra and the bottom of bowl soaked up.

Continue to toss until ingredients are evenly mixed.

(Mixture will have a gooey consistency.)

Heat oil in heavy skillet over medium heat until hot.

Spoon the mixture evenly in the skillet.

Reduce heat to medium low.

Cover and fry until underside is golden brown.

Then invert on a plate and slide other side up into skillet and cook uncovered 5-8 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from skillet to paper towels to drain excess oil.

Serve hot.