Hot Honey Tossed Fried Okra + Herb Yogurt Sauce
Hot Honey Tossed Fried Okra + Herb Yogurt Sauce
by Bell Market Chef Alicia
MARKET Ingredients:
Okra (@lightseyfarms)
Dill microgreens (@bouldinfoodforest)
Basil (@luminariaacres)
Chives (@munkebofarms)
Yogurt spread (@motherculturesa)
Other Ingredients:
1.5c neutral oil (avocado)
4 Tbl lemon juice
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2c honey
2 Tbl red chili flakes
2 tsp red wine vinegar
Directions:
Heat neutral oil (such as avocado oil) over medium high heat till temperature hits around 375 degrees.
Slice okra lengthwise in quarters and set aside. Prepare a bowl lined with paper towel to allow the okra to drain after frying. Once pan comes to temp fry the okra in batches as to not overcrowd the pan. Fry okra till golden brown and seeds puff slightly. When ready remove and place in prepared bowl and toss with a little salt and pepper.
To make the hot honey glaze, place a small saucepan over medium-low heat and combine honey and red chili flakes. Stir often and allow the mixture to bubble slightly. Once bubbling slows add red wine vinegar and remove from heat. This process is quick!
Remove the paper towels the okra was draining on and add glaze, toss the two together.
For the herb yogurt sauce, finely chop your herbs and combine with the yogurt spread. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Sauce can be served along side the okra or spread thin on a tray with okra slices on top!
