Description
Southern classic Fried Green Tomatoes showcase tangy unripe tomatoes coated in crispy cornmeal breading. Served hot with zesty remoulade sauce, this dish brings nostalgic Southern comfort to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 green tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 cup (240 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) cornmeal
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- 1 tsp (2 g) black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cut green tomatoes into uniform 1/4-inch thick medallions, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Prepare three separate shallow dishes: first with all-purpose flour, second with whisked eggs and milk, third with seasoned cornmeal mixture containing salt and pepper.
- Create a breading station by thoroughly coating each tomato slice first in flour, shaking off excess, then dipping completely in egg mixture, and finally rolling in seasoned cornmeal until fully covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy cast-iron skillet to 350°F, maintaining consistent medium temperature for optimal browning.
- Carefully place breaded tomato slices into hot oil, ensuring they do not overlap, and fry for approximately 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Remove fried tomatoes using a slotted spatula and transfer to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Allow tomatoes to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to let breading set and prevent burning, then plate immediately while still hot and crunchy.
Notes
- Green tomatoes have a firmer texture and tangier flavor compared to ripe red tomatoes, making them perfect for frying.
- Choose firm, unripe green tomatoes without any soft spots or blemishes for the best crispy coating and taste.
- Pat tomato slices dry with paper towels before dredging to help the coating stick better and prevent excess moisture.
- Adjust seasoning in cornmeal mixture by adding cayenne, garlic powder, or herbs like dried thyme for extra flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern United States
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg