Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsTHE SWEET SPOTFried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Inspired by THE SWEET SPOT
Time1h
Serves4

Served with remoulade sauce.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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 with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading Station

    In one bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and additional salt. In a second bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. In a third bowl, place the cornmeal.

  3. 3

    Bread the Tomatoes

    Dredge each tomato slice first in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat with cornmeal, pressing gently to adhere.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

  5. 5

    Fry the Tomatoes

    Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Remoulade Sauce

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped capers, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Mix Well

    Stir all the ingredients until fully combined. Adjust seasonings to taste.

  3. 8

    Chill

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

More from THE SWEET SPOT