Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes 🔥🍅

Ingredients

• 3–4 firm green tomatoes
• 1 cup cornmeal
• ½ cup flour
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup milk or buttermilk
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• Oil for frying

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Instructions

1. Slice the Tomatoes

Cut green tomatoes into ¼-inch slices.

Pat dry with paper towels.

2. Prepare Coating Stations

Bowl 1

Flour mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Bowl 2

Whisked eggs and milk.

Bowl 3

Cornmeal.

3. Coat the Tomatoes

Dip slices into:

1. Flour
2. Egg mixture
3. Cornmeal

Press lightly so coating sticks well.

4. Fry

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Fry tomatoes 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Drain on paper towels.

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Best Dipping Sauces

• Ranch
• Spicy mayo
• Remoulade
• Garlic aioli
• Hot honey drizzle

Tips for Extra Crispiness

• Use firm, unripe tomatoes
• Let coated slices rest 5 minutes before frying
• Don’t overcrowd the pan
• Serve immediately while hot