Okra Croquettes

1.5 c sliced okra
1.5 c cooked rice
1 c chopped tomato
3/4 c chopped onion
1 T sugar
1.5 t salt
1 t baking powder
1/8 t pepper
2 eggs, beaten
1 c cornmeal
1 c flour
vegetable oil, for frying

Combine okra, rice, tomato, onion, sugar, salt, baking powder, and pepper. Stir in beaten eggs. Add cornmeal and flour, mixing well. Drop mixture by tablespoonfuls into deep hot oil (375 degrees). Cook 1 minute or until golden brown, turning as necessary. Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dill sauce, horseradish sauce, mustard dip, or any sour cream sauce, if desired.