Fried Okra And Potatoes

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Fried Okra And Potatoes

1 lb. Fresh okra
2 Large potatoes (baking type, not new potatoes)
1 Medium white onion, finely chopped
1/2 Cup Cornmeal
1 Teaspoon Salt
1/2 Cup Vegetable oil
1/2 Teaspoon Ground pepper

Wash okra and trim ends. Cut into 1/2" inch pieces.
Peel potatoes and chop into a medium (1/2") dice.
Place okra slices and diced potatoes in a large mixing bowl.
Add chopped onion.
Sprinkle cornmeal, salt and pepper over mixture.
Stir until cornmeal is evenly distributed throughout mixture.

Heat cooking oil in large skillet.
Over medium heat, spoon okra/potato mixture into hot oil.
Fry, turning mixture occasionally, until potatoes are done and mixture is nicely browned, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Makes a nice side dish for 4
 
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