20 sm. fresh okra pods
1 c. buttermilk
3/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. cornmeal
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
Vegetable oil

Wash okra; trim stems. Drain well and place in a shallow container. Pour buttermilk over okra; set aside. Combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and pepper; mixing well. Remove each okra pod from buttermilk and carefully roll in cornmeal mixture.

Drop into deep hot oil (375 degrees); fry 3-5 minutes, turning over. Drain on paper towels. Yield: 4 servings.