Grandma's Fried Okra and Potatoes

Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Southern comfort with Grandma's Fried Okra and Potatoes, a soul-warming skillet dish that pairs crispy, golden-brown okra with tender, melt-in-your-mouth potatoes. This recipe combines the earthy sweetness of fresh okra, the hearty texture of russet potatoes, and a fragrant mix of yellow onion, paprika, and garlic powder for layers of irresistible flavor. The secret lies in the perfectly seasoned cornmeal and flour coating, which gives the okra its signature crunch. Quick to prepare, this nostalgic one-pan wonder is perfect as a side or a stand-alone vegetarian main dish. Serve it hot, straight from the skillet, and enjoy a traditional Southern classic brought to life in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh okra
• 3 medium russet potatoes
• 1 small yellow onion
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups yellow cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash the okra thoroughly, pat it dry, and slice it into 1/2-inch rounds. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and dice the potatoes into small, bite-sized cubes (about 1/2 inch). Rinse the potato cubes under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the yellow onion and set aside.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This will be your breading mixture.

Step 5

Place the sliced okra into the breading mixture and toss to coat evenly. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Set aside.

Step 6

In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. You want the oil to shimmer but not smoke.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, add the cubed potatoes to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and tender.

Step 8

Push the cooked potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the diced onion. Cook the onion for 2-3 minutes until it becomes soft and fragrant.

Step 9

Add the breaded okra to the skillet. Spread it out evenly and let it fry undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes to develop a crispy coating.

Step 10

Gently stir the okra, potatoes, and onions together, ensuring everything is well mixed. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the okra is browned and crunchy.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the fried okra and potatoes to a serving dish. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting Southern favorite!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1248.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2075.5

Total Fat 109.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2472.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 445.7mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 4468.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 48.0%