Crispy Fried Okra
Deep Fried Indulgences 
1 pound fresh okra 
2 eggs, beaten 
1 cup yellow cornmeal 
1/2 teaspoon salt 
1/2 to 1 tsp  pepper 
oil for deep frying 
Wash okra and drain well; cut off both ends and discard. cut okra crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. In a bowl, combine eggs  add okra and stir to coat. In a shallow dish, combine cornmeal, salt and pepper. Dip okra pieces into cornmeal mixture to coat well. Heat oil in the deep fryer to 375 degrees. Fry okra in batches for 5 minutes or until browned. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
Serves 4.