Fried Pickled Okra with Creamy Chipotle Dip - Blast From The Past

Paula and Bobby and hangin' out and they're putting some twists on some old family recipes. Today they're cooking up a scrumptious Fried Pickled Okra with Creamy Chipotle Dip! Ingredients: Okra and Chipotle Dip - 1 1/4 cups recipe follows fry mix 1 cup beer 1 16-ounce jar drained pickled okra 3 cups self-rising flour 1/2 cup self-rising white cornmeal 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon crushed black peppercorns 1 8-ounce package softened cream cheese 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 chipotle in adobo sauce 2 juiced limes 3 tablespoons for garnish chopped green onion Preparation: Okra - 1. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F in a deep skillet or fryer 2. Combine the Fry Mix with the beer 3. Add the okra, coating it in the batter 4. Fry the okra, about 4 pieces at a time, turning the pieces frequently, until golden brown, about 2 minutes 5. Transfer the okra to a paper towel-lined plate to drain 6. Serve immediately with the Creamy Chipotle Sauce Fry Mix - 1. Whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper 2. Store in an airtight container in the pantry until needed Creamy Chipotle Sauce - 1. Blend the cream cheese, mayonnaise, chipotle, lime juice, and salt in a food processor until smooth 2. Cover and refrigerate until needed 3. Garnish with green onions Enjoy Y'all! For more great recipes visit pauladeen.com