Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
pimento cheese, hot pepper jelly, sweet corn relish
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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 both sides with salt and let them sit for about 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one shallow bowl, place the flour. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In a third bowl, combine the cornmeal, black pepper, and additional salt.
- 3
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 5
Fry the Tomatoes
Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried green tomatoes warm, topped with pimento cheese, a drizzle of hot pepper jelly, and a side of sweet corn relish.
