FRIED GREEN TOMATOES

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A Southern classic with a crunchy golden coating and tangy green tomatoes inside. Great as an appetizer, side dish, or snack with dipping sauce.

🧾 Ingredients

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

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Slice the tomatoes

Cut green tomatoes into ¼-inch slices. Pat dry with paper towels.

2. Set up dredging stations

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

3. Coat the tomatoes

Dip each slice into:

  1. Flour
  2. Egg mixture
  3. Cornmeal mixture

Press lightly so the coating sticks well.

4. Fry

Heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.

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

Transfer to paper towels or a wire rack.

🥣 Dipping Sauce Ideas

  • Ranch dressing
  • Spicy mayo
  • Remoulade sauce
  • Garlic aioli

🔥 Tips

  • Use firm, completely green tomatoes for best texture
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying
  • For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs
  • Sprinkle with salt immediately after frying

🍽️ Great With

  • BBQ dishes
  • Fried chicken
  • Shrimp and grits
  • Burgers or sandwiches

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