Description
Fried green tomatoes are a Southern classic with a crispy coating and tangy flavor, perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
Ingredients
- 4 green tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt, plus extra for sprinkling
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Prepare three bowls: one with seasoned flour (salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne), one with whisked eggs and buttermilk, and one with cornmeal.
- Dip each tomato slice in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, then coat with cornmeal.
- Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry tomatoes in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add Parmesan to the cornmeal mixture.
- Use gluten-free flour and cornmeal for a gluten-free version.
- Substitute buttermilk with plant-based milk and vinegar for a dairy-free option.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
