I don't like a lot of breading, and I like fried okra really crisp, so I cut up the okra or thaw it out, running water over it and letting it drain really well. I put it in a ziplock bag, then add flour, pepper and salt that has been blended together and shake well. It gives the okra a light coating. I place it in the hot oil and I do not touch or turn it until the part of the okra in the oil is brown and crisp. Than, I turn it, When I take it out, I put it on paper towels in a baking dish or pie pan to drain, then put in a 350 oven for 3-5 minutes (watch closely) to crisp up a little more. Delicious, and the leftovers re-heat well too.