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Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes with Southern Flair

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern

Description

Crispy fried green tomatoes with Southern flair are a delightful blend of crunchy and tangy flavors that bring comfort and nostalgia to any meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large green tomatoes (about 500g)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Slice the green tomatoes into half-inch thick rounds and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Set up a dredging station: combine flour, salt, and pepper in one bowl; beat eggs in another; mix cornmeal with additional seasoning in a third bowl.
  3. Coat each tomato slice in flour, dip in egg wash, and roll in cornmeal.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry the coated tomato slices for about three minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Mix buttermilk and hot sauce for the dipping sauce while tomatoes cool slightly.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 slices (100g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg