Air fryer frozen okra is an easy green side dish that goes well with lots of different meals. These tasty seed pods turn out slightly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of flavor.
Even though okra isn’t technically a vegetable, it’s often utilized as one. Making it in the air fryer is great since you don’t usually end up with the slightly slimy texture that some people dislike.
Recipe Tips
- There’s no need to thaw the frozen okra first.
- We make unbreaded okra in this recipe. You can also use breaded okra, but the cook time may vary slightly!
- You can change up the seasoning blend for your okra. We like garlic powder, but you can also try smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, Cajun seasoning, or chili flakes for a hint of spice.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer so the okra can cook evenly.
- The exact cooking time will vary depending on the size of the okra pieces, your air fryer, and personal preference.
- Frozen okra doesn’t get super crispy, but you can definitely get some crisp edges.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
Meanwhile, add the frozen okra to a mixing bowl along with the oil, salt, garlic powder (optional), and black pepper. Toss to coat.
Once the air fryer is preheated, place the frozen okra into the air fryer basket in one even layer. If this amount of okra is too much for your air fryer, consider making less or cooking in batches.
Air fry the frozen okra for 12-15 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly crispy. Shake the air fryer basket every 4-5 minutes to help with even cooking.
When it’s done, remove the okra from the air fryer and serve it right away as a side dish.
Storage Tips
You can store leftover okra in a container in the fridge for about 2 days. It will get softer from the moisture over time.
You can reheat it in the microwave or the air fryer.
Related Recipes
If you’re looking for more great side dish ideas, check out these other tasty creations:
- Air Fryer Butternut Squash
- Air Fried Corn on the Cob
- Air Fryer Cauliflower
- Air Fried Frozen Corn Kernels
Air Fryer Frozen Okra
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen okra
- 2 teaspoons oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (about 195 degrees Celsius).
- Meanwhile, place 1 pound frozen okra in a mixing bowl and add 2 teaspoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (if using), and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Toss until the okra is evenly coated in the oil and spices.
- Once preheated, add the frozen okra to the air fryer basket in a single layer. This will help with even cooking.
- Air fry the frozen okra at 380 degrees Fahrenheit (about 195 degrees Celsius) for 12-15 minutes, or until fully cooked and slightly crispy. Shake the air fryer basket every 4-5 minutes to help with even cooking. The exact cooking time can vary depending on the size of the okra pieces, your air fryer, and personal preference.
- Remove the cooked okra from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- You don’t need to thaw the okra first. Cook it straight from frozen.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket or the okra may steam instead of crisp.
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning to your taste. You can try smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or chili flakes for a hint of spice.
Nutrition
This nutritional information has been estimated by an online nutrition calculator. It should only be seen as a rough calculation and not a replacement for professional dietary advice.
