Description
Southern comfort classic Fried Green Tomatoes deliver crispy, tangy perfection from unripe tomatoes. Cornmeal coating and buttermilk create a golden crunch you’ll savor with Southern pride.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 large green tomatoes
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Coating and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cut green tomatoes into uniform, crisp rounds approximately 1/4-inch thick for consistent cooking and texture.
- Create a smooth wet coating by whisking buttermilk and egg until thoroughly blended and creamy.
- Prepare a seasoned dry mixture by combining cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper for a robust flavor profile.
- Dredge each tomato slice first in the buttermilk-egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage, then coat generously with the cornmeal-flour blend.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet to 350°F, maintaining a steady medium temperature for optimal frying.
- Carefully place coated tomato slices into hot oil, cooking each batch for 3-4 minutes per side until achieving a rich golden-brown crust.
- Transfer fried tomatoes onto paper towel-lined plates to absorb excess oil and preserve crispiness.
- Serve immediately while warm to maintain peak crunchiness and enjoy the vibrant, tangy flavor of southern-style green tomatoes.
Notes
- Choose firm, unripe green tomatoes for the best texture and tangy flavor that holds up during frying.
- Pat tomato slices completely dry before coating to ensure a crispy, even breading that sticks perfectly.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350°F to prevent soggy or burnt exterior while achieving a golden-brown crust.
- Experiment with spice levels by adjusting cayenne pepper or adding smoked paprika for an extra flavor kick that elevates the classic Southern dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg