how long to fry okra
- Frying okra. 1  1. Cut off the stems. 2  2. Slice the okra in 1/4 inch (6.35mm) slices. 3  3. Beat an egg and soak the okra in this for about 5 to 10 minutes.  4. While that's soaking, put about a cup of cornmeal in a dish with salt and 1  pepper. 5. After soaking for a while, dredge the slices in the cornmeal, covering evenly.