Crispy Okra Patties
Crispy okra patties are made from finely chopped fresh okra mixed with onions, herbs, and a light batter, then pan-fried until golden brown. They combine the earthy flavor of okra with aromatic herbs, giving you a light yet satisfying dish.
Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10–12 minutes per batch
Total time: ~25 minutes
Ingredients
Fresh okra – 250 g (about 2 cups, finely chopped)
Red onion – 1 small, finely chopped
Fresh parsley – 2 tbsp, finely chopped
Fresh dill (optional) – 1 tbsp, finely chopped
Garlic – 1 clove, minced
All-purpose flour – ½ cup
Cornmeal – ¼ cup
Egg – 1 large
Baking powder – ½ tsp
Salt – ½ tsp
Black pepper – ¼ tsp
Ground cumin or coriander – ¼ tsp
Cold water – 2–4 tbsp
Olive oil or light cooking oil – for shallow frying
Instructions
Prep okra
Wash okra, dry thoroughly, and trim off stems.
Slice thinly and then chop into small pieces (this helps avoid gumminess).
Make the batter
In a large bowl, combine okra, onion, parsley, dill, and garlic.
Add flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
Stir in the beaten egg and mix.
Gradually add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until the mixture holds together but isn’t runny.
Shape patties
Take about 2 tbsp of mixture and press gently into small round patties (about 2 inches wide).
Place them on a plate lined with parchment paper.
Fry
Heat 3–4 tbsp of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Fry patties for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve
Serve hot with lemon wedges, yogurt-dill sauce, or tzatziki.
Notes & Tips
For extra crispiness: Use more cornmeal than flour.
To reduce okra slime: Make sure okra is completely dry before chopping, and avoid overmixing.
Baking option: Place patties on a greased baking tray, brush with oil, and bake at 200°C (400°F) for ~18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Serving Suggestions
As a mezze plate with hummus, baba ghanoush, and pita.
With a fresh tomato-cucumber salad.
As a vegetarian burger patty inside a bun with tahini sauce.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 65 kcal
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 3.5 g
Carbs: 7 g
Fiber: 1.5 g
Sodium: 120 mg