Description
Fried Green Tomatoes are a classic Southern dish featuring tangy, firm green tomatoes coated in a crispy, golden-brown cornmeal crust. These savory bites are perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, offering a delightful contrast between the crunchy exterior and the juicy, slightly tart interior.
Ingredients
4 large green tomatoes
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
½ cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Gather all ingredients.
Slice tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Discard the ends.
Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium-sized bowl. Scoop flour onto a plate. Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip tomatoes into milk and egg mixture; dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat.
Heat oil in a large deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place tomatoes in hot oil in batches of 4 or 5, to prevent them from touching; fry until crisp and golden brown on one side, then flip and fry on other side.
Transfer fried tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining tomatoes.
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 450mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg