Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Deliciously crispy fried green tomatoes with a tangy, cornmeal-crusted exterior. Ideal as an appetizer or Southern-inspired side, this recipe is quick and easy, bringing out the natural flavors of green tomatoes with a perfect golden crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium green tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup cornmeal
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Slice green tomatoes into ¼-inch rounds.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal mixed with breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each tomato slice in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry tomatoes until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add paprika or garlic powder to the cornmeal mixture. Serve with a creamy dipping sauce, like remoulade or ranch, for a classic Southern touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 10g
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