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Okra Rellenos Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/3 c self-rising cornmeal
  • 1 c self-rising flour
  • 1 lb fresh okra (4-inch-long pods)
  •  Corn oil
  • 1/2 c buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 c dark beer
  • 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese with peppers
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Directions
  • Step #1 Cut Monterey Jack cheese into 3- x 1/4- x 1/4-inch sticks.
  • Step #2 Cut a lengthwise slit in each okra pod, cutting to but not through ends; push seeds aside.
  • Step #3 Stuff pods with cheese sticks, & set aside.
  • Step #4 Combine flour & cornmeal In a large-ish bowl; make a well in center of mixture.
  • Step #5 Stir together egg, & beer; add to dry ingredients, buttermilk, stirring until smooth.
  • Step #6 Pour oil to depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375°.
  • Step #7 Dip stuffed okra in batter, a few at a time, coating well; fry, in hot oil until golden.
  • Step #8 Drain on paper towels.
  • Step #9 Sprinkle top with salt; serve as soon as possible with salsa.
  • Enjoy the Okra Rellenos recipe

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