Sugar-Free Crispy Baked Okra
Experience a guilt-free indulgence with Sugar-Free Crispy Baked Okra—a wholesome, flavorful twist on a classic favorite! This easy-to-make recipe transforms fresh okra pods into crunchy bites of goodness using a blend of cornmeal, almond flour, and a medley of spices like paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Skip the fryers without sacrificing texture, as these okra pieces are perfectly baked in the oven for a golden, crispy finish. With no added sugar and minimal prep time, this recipe is ideal as a healthy snack, side dish, or appetizer. Serve up this gluten-free, sugar-free delight to satisfy your cravings while keeping things light and nutritious!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 grams cornmeal
- 50 grams almond flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Rinse the okra under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 3
Trim the stems off the okra and cut each pod in half lengthwise.
Step 4
In a large bowl, combine the cut okra and olive oil, tossing to coat all pieces evenly.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix together the cornmeal, almond flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 6
Dredge the oil-coated okra in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring all sides are well coated.
Step 7
Arrange the coated okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd them for best crispiness.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the okra is golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through the baking time.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the okra as a crunchy side or snack, sugar-free!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (689.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1087.9 |
| Total Fat 58.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2405.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.9g | |
| Protein 28.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 534.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1702.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories