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Spicy okra cornmeal cakes.
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Okra Cornmeal Cakes with Cilantro Lime Yogurt Dip

These okra cornmeal cakes are pan fried with a crispy outside and spicy soft center. They're perfect with the refreshing cilantro lime yogurt dip.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: okra cakes, okra cornmeal cakes, okra fritters
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Gina Matsoukas

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sliced okra rounds
  • 1 jalapeno minced
  • 1/2 cup diced red pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup water
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/4 cup oil for frying coconut, canola, etc.
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions

  • Combine the cornmeal, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk together the egg and water.
  • Add the egg and water mixture to the cornmeal mixture and stir together with a spatula.
  • Mix in the okra, jalapeno, red pepper and garlic.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Once hot, form the batter into patties and pan fry on each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain.
  • Mix the yogurt, lime and cilantro together in a small bowl and serve with the hot cakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1SERVING | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 505mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g