1 to 1 1/4 lbs. okra
8 c. water
1/2 c. salt
Cornmeal
Vegetable oil

Wash okra well; drain. Cut off tip and stem ends; cut okra crosswise into 1/2 inch slices.

Combine water and salt; pour over okra. Soak 30 minutes; drain, rinse well, and drain again. Roll okra in cornmeal, and fry in hot oil until golden brown. Drain well on absorbent towels. Yield: 6 servings.