Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Fried Green Tomatoes Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the tomatoes

   Wash and slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Place them on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

2. 2

   Set up the breading station

   In one shallow bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. In a third shallow bowl, mix together the cornmeal, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

3. 3

   Breading the tomatoes

   Dredge each tomato slice in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it with the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

4. 4

   Heat the oil

   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of bread; it should sizzle immediately.

5. 5

   Fry the tomatoes

   Carefully place the breaded tomato slices in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

6. 6

   Drain and serve

   Once cooked, remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.