Name: Crispy Air Fryer Okra
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Ingredients: 9 ounces (250g) Okra; 3/4 cup (50g) Gluten Free panko breadcrumbs; 1 tsp Smoked paprika; 1 tsp Dried oregano; 1/2 tsp Ground coriander; Salt; 1 Egg

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This Air Fryer Fried Okra recipe is a crispy and delicious appetizer, snack or side. If you’ve been hesitant to try this unique vegetable, then this quick and easy recipe is for you! Suitable for Gluten Free diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

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air fryer okra on a white plate with dipping sauce

Poor okra. It really does gets a bad rap. Due in part to it being a rather odd looking and somewhat mysterious veg. It’s also thought of as being slimy, which certainly puts people off. However, this Air Fryer Okra recipe is here to change all that. Crispy, and crunchy outside and tender inside, Air Fried Okra is a totally delicious dish that will have the entire family coming back for more!

Like this Air Fryer Cauliflower and crunchy Air Fryer Chickpeas, it truly is a favorite at our house. The mini chefs love it when I serve okra this way…and let me tell you, they can be very harsh judges. I happen to think okra is a very under utilized vegetable and should be incorporated in a lot more meals.

What Is Okra?

Okra is a tall-growing, warm season vegetable which is from the same family as hollyhock and hibiscus. Also known as ladies fingers or ochro, okra’s edible seed pods have a fairly mild taste that is somewhat similar to eggplant. Okra can be fried, boiled, baked or added to soups and stews.

Why Make Fried Okra In Air Fryer?

The great thing about making breaded okra in the air fryer is not only super delicious, but healthy too. Yeap, thanks to the air fryer this fried okra is made with it guilt free and totally enjoyable.

Plus this recipe is sooooo easy. It takes a minimal amount of prepping and barely any time to cook. Just 10-12 mins total! And it is a frugal dish that you can serve up for after-school snacks, as appetizers at parties or for a potluck side dish.

Quick and easy to make, crunchy and delicious. Really, what’s not to love? You’ve got to give this air fried okra recipe a try!

How To Make Crispy Air Fryer Okra

Ingredients:

Okra
Gluten Free panko breadcrumbs – use regular
Smoked paprika
Dried oregano
Ground coriander
Salt
Egg

Breaded Okra In Air Fryer Instructions:

Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.
Wash okra and pat dry.
Remove the ends of the okra, but do not cut into it.
In a bowl, beat the egg.
In a separate bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, paprika, oregano, coriander and salt.
Then dip the okra into the egg and let some of the excess drip off.
Dip into the panko mixture, turning over until well coated. Set coated okra aside on a tray or plate and continue until done.
Place okra in a single layer inside the air fryer basket and cook for 5-6 mins per side. Use tongs to turn over and cook for an additional 5-6 mins until done (bigger and tougher okra may take a little longer).

Fried Okra In Air Fryer Tips

Make sure to that there is enough space in between the okra when air frying. If needed, you can prep and cook the okra in batches.
Don’t let the okra sit in the breading or it will get soggy.
No air fryer? No problem! You can make this Crispy Roasted Okra instead.

Air Fryer Okra Spice Variations

This recipe is super versatile, and you can season the panko mixture with all sorts of different herbs and spices, such as:

Basil
Thyme
Cajun or Creole seasoning
Chili flakes
Herbes de Provence
Old Bay seasoning

Air Fried Okra Cooking Time

It’s important to note that air fryer temperatures can vary depending on the make and model. Depending on the size of your okra, cook for 5 – 6 mins per side. I recommend starting out with less cook time, checking for doneness then adding more time as needed.

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Serving Suggestions

There are many dishes that pair well with this crispy and delicious okra. Here are just a few serving suggestions to try:

Weight Watchers Points

There are 4 Freestyle SmartPoints in a serving.

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