Kalalou Frit (haitian Style Fried Okra)
Kalalou Frit, also known as Haitian Style Fried Okra, is a popular dish in Haitian cuisine. This crispy and flavorful okra dish is a perfect side or snack.
Ingredients
- 1 pound okra, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup water
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Add water to the flour mixture and stir until smooth.
- Dip the okra slices into the batter, coating them evenly.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the coated okra slices in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried okra from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Frying pan Mixing bowl Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kalalou Frit as a side dish with rice and beans or as a snack with a spicy dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra crunch, you can add a little cornmeal to the batter.
Cost
$5