Spicy Okra Fries with Dairy-Free Dip

Ingredients

• about 450 g Fresh Okra
• 1/2 cup Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning (dairy-free, nut-free)
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 3 cups Vegetable Oil (for frying)
• 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Yogurt
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1/2 tsp Hot Sauce

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Wash and dry the okra. Trim the ends and cut into sticks.
2. 2In a bowl, combine cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
3. 3Toss the okra sticks in the cornstarch mixture to coat evenly.
4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 175°C.
5. 5Fry the okra sticks in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
6. 6Remove okra from oil and drain on paper towels.
7. 7Prepare the dairy-free dipping sauce: In a bowl, combine dairy-free yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and hot sauce.
8. 8Serve the okra fries immediately with the dairy-free dipping sauce.

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