Fried Okra

10 pods okra, sliced in 1/4 inch pieces

1 egg, beaten

1 cup cornmeal

¼ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

½ cup vegetable oil

In a small bowl, soak okra in egg for 5 to 10 minutes. In a medium bowl, combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge okra in the cornmeal mixture, coating evenly. Carefully place okra in hot oil; stir continuously. Reduce heat to medium when okra first starts to brown, and cook until golden. Drain on paper towels.