Description
This classic fried green tomatoes recipe delivers perfectly crispy, golden slices with a tangy bite. Ideal for snacks, sides, or starters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 firm green tomatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal (or 1/2 cornmeal, 1/2 breadcrumbs)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Slice green tomatoes into 1/4-inch rounds and pat dry.
- Set up breading station with flour + spices, egg + milk, and cornmeal.
- Coat tomato slices in flour, then egg, then cornmeal.
- Heat 1/2 inch oil in a skillet over medium heat (350°F).
- Fry slices in batches 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use firm, unripe green tomatoes for best texture.
- Let breaded slices rest 10–15 minutes before frying for a crispier crust.
- Try dipping sauces like ranch or remoulade for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 slices
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: fried green tomatoes, Southern appetizer, crispy tomatoes, easy tomato recipe