Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJohnson's BoucanièreFried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

With remoulade sauce

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Ingredients

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Fried Green Tomatoes

Method

Fried Green Tomatoes

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tomatoes

    Wash and slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Sprinkle salt on both sides and set aside for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In three separate shallow bowls, place flour in the first, buttermilk in the second, and mix cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in the third.

  3. 3

    Bread the Tomatoes

    Dredge each tomato slice in flour, dip into buttermilk, and then coat with the cornmeal mixture. Make sure each slice is fully coated.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  5. 5

    Fry the Tomatoes

    Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried tomatoes and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Keep warm while preparing the remoulade.

Remoulade Sauce

  1. 7

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, and paprika.

  2. 8

    Season to Taste

    Mix well and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the flavors according to preference.

  3. 9

    Chill the Sauce

    Cover the remoulade sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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