Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Crispy fried green tomatoes served with remoulade.
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Remoulade Sauce
Method
Fried Green Tomatoes
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Wash the green tomatoes and slice them into about 1/4 inch thick slices. Set aside.
- 2
Set Up the Breading Station
In three separate bowls, place the flour mixed with salt, pepper, and cayenne in one bowl, the buttermilk in the second bowl, and the cornmeal in the third bowl.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Dip each slice of tomato in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off, and finally coat it in the cornmeal.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 5
Fry the Tomatoes
Carefully place the breaded tomato slices into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Remoulade Sauce
- 6
Mix the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, and garlic powder. Mix well until smooth.
- 7
Chill the Sauce
Cover the remoulade sauce with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.