Grandma S Fried Okra And Potatoes

Description

The cornmeal adds a nice texture to these. This dish doesn't last more than a few minutes at my house. It's great!

Ingredients

• Fresh Okra
• Potatoes
• Onion
• Cornmeal
• Salt
• Ground Pepper
• Bacon Drippings

Instructions

1. Wash okra and cut off stem ends
2. Cut in about -inch pieces
3. Peel potatoes and chop into -inch dice
4. Put okra and potatoes in large bowl
5. Add chopped onion to mixture
6. Sprinkle cornmeal, salt and pepper over mixture
7. Stir until cornmeal is evenly distributed throughout mixture
8. Heat drippings or oil in large skillet over medium heat
9. Carefully spoon okra / potato mixture into hot oil
10. Fry, turning mixture occasionally, until potatoes are done and mixture is nicely browned, about 10 to 12 minutes
11. Drain on paper towels
12. Makes enough for 4 or 5 hungry people