Description
Enjoy the irresistible crunch of these crispy fried green tomatoes. This classic Southern dish is a perfect appetizer or side for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For Fried Green Tomatoes:
- 4 medium green tomatoes (sliced 1/4-inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Tomatoes: Lay sliced green tomatoes on a paper towel-lined surface. Sprinkle both sides with salt and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry before breading.
- Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place seasoned flour. In the second, whisk together eggs and buttermilk. In the third, mix cornmeal, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Coating: Dredge tomato slices in flour, then egg mixture, and finally cornmeal-breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to help coating stick.
- Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Fry tomatoes in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For an extra-crispy finish, double-dip the tomatoes in the egg and cornmeal mixture.
- Use a cast iron skillet for even frying.
- Best when eaten fresh but can be reheated in an air fryer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 slices
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
