Fried Green Tomatoes

Name: Fried Green Tomatoes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 medium large green tomatoes, sliced 1/4-in thick; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/4 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

A Southern classic of tangy, firm green tomatoes coated in a crispy cornmeal crust and pan-fried until golden. Serve with remoulade or ranch for a quintessential appetizer.

45 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

AmericanAppetizerStovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

4 medium large green tomatoes, sliced 1/4-in thick
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1

Arrange 4 medium sliced 1/4-in thick large green tomatoes in a single layer and sprinkle both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Let sit 10 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
2

Set up a breading station: a shallow dish with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, another with 2 beaten large eggs whisked with 1/4 cup buttermilk, and a third with 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper mixed together.
3

Working one slice at a time, dredge each tomato in flour (shake off excess), dip in the egg mixture, then press firmly into the cornmeal mixture to coat both sides.
4

Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying) in a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F / 175°C).
5

Fry tomato slices in batches, without crowding, for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack or paper-towel-lined plate.
6

Season immediately with a pinch of salt and serve hot.

Questions

Can I make Fried Green Tomatoes dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1/4 cup buttermilk. Swap the buttermilk for plant milk soured with a teaspoon of vinegar per cup. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Fried Green Tomatoes gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works); the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Fried Green Tomatoes keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Fried Green Tomatoes?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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