Ingredients

  • Peanut oil, for frying
  • 1 1/4 cups Fry Mix, recipe follows
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 (16-ounce) jar pickled okra, drained
  • Creamy Chipotle Sauce, recipe follows
  • 3 cups self-rising flour
  • 1/2 cup self-rising white cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed black peppercorns
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 chipotle in adobo sauce
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons chopped green onion, for garnish

Method

  • Heat the oil to 350 degrees F in a deep skillet or fryer.
  • Combine the Fry Mix with the beer.
  • Add the okra, coating it in the batter.
  • Fry the okra, about 4 pieces at a time, turning the pieces frequently, until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the okra to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Serve immediately with the Creamy Chipotle Sauce.
  • Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
  • Store in an airtight container in the pantry until needed.
  • Blend the cream cheese, mayonnaise, chipotle, lime juice, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
  • Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • Garnish with green onions.