Description
Crispy oven-roasted okra seasoned with Cajun spices served with a zesty lemon garlic dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 15 ounces fresh okra tops removed and sliced lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 quarter teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 half teaspoon paprika
- 1 half teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 half teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 half cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Kosher salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Pat the okra dry thoroughly to help it crisp during roasting.
- Place okra in a large bowl. Add avocado oil, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Toss well to evenly coat.
- Arrange okra in a single layer on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Make sure pieces do not overlap.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and crisp at the edges.
- While the okra cooks, prepare the aioli. Add mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Remove okra from oven and let cool slightly for best texture.
- Serve warm with lemon garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
- Drying the okra well and spacing it out during roasting are key steps for achieving crisp texture instead of a soft finish.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun