OVEN FRIED OKRA FINGER FOOD
INGREDIENTS
15 ounces fresh okra, remove the tops and slice lengthwise
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 225 degrees.
Place sliced okra in a bowl. Combine the okra, avocado oil, cayenne pepper, sweet paprika, garlic powder, black pepper and kosher salt. Toss to coat.
On a baking sheet topped with a wire rack, place the okra in rows (do not overcrowd or overlap, otherwise the okra will not crisp). Roast for for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
To serve, sprinkle with fresh paprika.
Tip: To make the dish complete add a dip such as lemon garlic aioli.
Enjoy!