Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Topped with melty pimento cheese and balsamic drizzle
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, place the flour mixed with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk. In a third bowl, place the cornmeal.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Dredge each tomato slice first in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk, and finally coat with cornmeal.
- 4
Fry the Tomatoes
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded tomato slices in batches and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Top each fried tomato slice with a spoonful of pimento cheese. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.