Fried Okra

1 1/2 cups sliced fresh okra, blanched and cooled or 1 (10-ounce) box frozen sliced okra

1 cup cornmeal

 1/2 cup gluten free flour mixture

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

pepper, to taste

oil for frying

If using frozen okra, place in a colander and allow to thaw. Drain for 30 minutes before proceeding. In a shallow bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt and pepper. Gently roll okra in cornmeal, coating each piece. Set aside 1 hour to dry. This keeps the coating from falling off during frying. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 inch oil until hot. Add okra pieces in a single layer, cook and roll gently with a fork until browned on all sides. Drain on paper towels. 6 servings.