Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Buttermilk ranch, pickled onion
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices. Set aside.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In a second bowl, pour the buttermilk. In a third bowl, mix the cornmeal, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Dredge each tomato slice in flour, then dip in buttermilk, and finally coat with the cornmeal mixture. Set aside on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 5
Fry the Tomatoes
Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried green tomatoes and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with pickled onions on the side.