Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Served with Ranch
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- 2
Set Up the Breading Station
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Dredge each tomato slice first in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the flour mixture again.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- 5
Fry the Tomatoes
Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried green tomatoes hot with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.