FRIED GREEN TOMATOES 🍅

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Ingredients

  • 4 large green tomatoes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Oil for frying

Optional:

  • Cayenne pepper for heat
  • Parmesan cheese in the coating
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Slice the tomatoes

Cut tomatoes into ÂĽ-inch slices and pat dry with paper towels

2. Set up dredging stations

  • Bowl 1: flour
  • Bowl 2: eggs + buttermilk whisked together
  • Bowl 3: cornmeal, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and paprika

3. Bread the tomatoes

Dip each slice:

  1. In flour
  2. In egg mixture
  3. In cornmeal mixture

4. Fry

Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry slices 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp

5. Serve

Best served hot with:

  • Ranch dressing
  • Remoulade sauce
  • Spicy mayo
  • Hot sauce

Tips for Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes

  • Use firm, unripe green tomatoes
  • Let breaded slices rest 5 minutes before frying
  • Don’t overcrowd the skillet
  • Drain on a wire rack instead of paper towels for maximum crispness

A classic Southern comfort dish with a crunchy coating and tangy tomato center.

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