Air Fryer Okra

5 from 2 votes

This air fryer okra recipe is the perfect Southern inspired side dish. With a delicious breaded coating that gets so nice and crispy this is a healthier version of the deep fried classic.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Vegetables

Cuisine: American, Southern

Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 275kcal

Author: Dr. Erin Carter

Equipment

Air Fryer

Ingredients

2 cups okra, chopped into 0.5" pieces
3 eggs
2 tablespoon water
1 cup almond flour (or corn meal)
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Trim the ends off the okra and chop them into 0.5" pieces.
In one bowl, whisk together the eggs and the water.
In another bowl mix together the almond flour, bread crumbs and spices.
Dip each piece of okra into the egg and water mixture and then transfer it to the cornmeal mixture and toss until coated.
Transfer the coated okra pieces onto the trays of your air fryer and cook at 400F for 18-20 minutes, rotating the trays half way through.

Notes

Feel free to change up the spices in the coating
If you are serving a crowd you could easily double or triple this recipe
Store this okra in the fridge in an air tight container for 3-5 days

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