Yummy Okra Patties

Ingredients :

• 1 lb fresh okra or 1 (18 ounce) bags frozen cut okra
• 1/2 cup onion ( chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch garlic powder  (optional)
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• oil ( for frying)

Directions :

Combine cut okra, onion, salt, pepper, water and egg. Mix well.

Combine flour, baking powder, cornmeal and garlic powder.

Add to okra mixture, stirring well.

Drop about 1/4 cup portions into about 1/2″ hot oil. Fry over medium heat until well browned on both sides.

Drain on paper towels.