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Air Fry Okra

Freshly cooked air fried okra brings a delightful crunch with simple seasoning, making it a quick and healthy side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound fresh okra washed and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Wash the okra under cold water and slice into 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced okra with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the seasoned okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
  6. Check the okra for desired crispiness and air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes if needed.
  7. Carefully remove the okra from the air fryer and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the okra in the seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.