Name: Fried Okra
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh okra pods; 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornmeal; 3 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; vegetable oil for frying; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)