Fried green tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes are a Southern classic—tangy, crispy, and super satisfying. Here’s a traditional recipe you can make at home:

🍅 Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 10–15 min

🛒 Ingredients:

• 4 medium green tomatoes (firm and unripe)

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar)

• ¾ cup cornmeal

• ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional for extra crunch)

• ¼ tsp paprika or Cajun seasoning (optional)

• Vegetable oil for frying (canola or peanut oil works well)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Prep the Tomatoes

   • Slice tomatoes into ¼–½ inch thick rounds.

   • Lightly salt both sides and let them sit on paper towels for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

2. Set Up Breading Station

   • Bowl 1: Flour + salt + pepper

   • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs + buttermilk

   • Bowl 3: Cornmeal + breadcrumbs + paprika or seasoning

3. Bread the Tomatoes

   • Dredge each tomato slice in flour → dip in egg wash → coat in cornmeal mixture.

   • Press gently to help the coating stick.

4. Fry

   • Heat ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (350°F if using a thermometer).

   • Fry tomatoes in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.

   • Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.

5. Serve Hot

   • Great with a side of ranch, remoulade, or a spicy aioli.

🍽️ Tips:

• Want extra crunch? Double dip: flour → egg → flour again → egg → cornmeal.

• You can make them gluten-free with cornmeal and GF flour.

• Add a sprinkle of grated parmesan to the cornmeal mix for extra flavor.