Ingredients
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning (salt free, if possible)
1/4 tsp. kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 lb. okra, halved lengthwise
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 c. sour cream
2 tsp. creole mustard or country-style mustard
1/2 tsp. hot sauce
Lemon wedges, for serving
Preparation
Step 1In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add okra and toss to coat. Drizzle with oil and toss again to coat.Step 2Working in batches, in an air-fryer basket, arrange okra in a single layer (do not overcrowd). Cook at 400°, tossing halfway through, until golden and crisp, about 18 minutes. Transfer okra to a plate; season with salt.Step 3Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, mustard, and hot sauce; season to taste with salt, if desired.Step 4Squeeze a lemon wedge over cooked okra. Serve with more lemon wedges and mustard sauce alongside.
What does okra taste like? Ask someone what okra tastes like and they might simply answer, “it tastes like okra.” That’s because this vegetable has a unique taste, which lands somewhere between grassy and nutty. It’s ideal in fried—or air-fried, as in this recipe—preparations because the richness of oil balances okra’s vegetal notes. Look for okra at your farmers’ market from summer and into fall. What is Cajun seasoning? Cajun seasoning (sometimes called Cajun spice mix) is a combination of spices that are common to Louisiana cuisine, like paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder. Many store-bought ones are packed with salt, so either choose one that’s salt-free or make your own Cajun seasoning and leave out the salt. This allows you to control the sodium in the recipe.
