Description
Crispy fried green tomatoes with Southern charm are a delightful fusion of crunchy exteriors and tangy interiors. These golden-brown slices are perfect for any gathering, evoking nostalgia and warmth with every bite. Whether served as an appetizer or a side dish, this classic Southern recipe is easily customizable to suit your preferences, making it a must-try for anyone looking to bring a taste of the South into their kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large green tomatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fine cornmeal
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash the green tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Set up your breading station: one bowl with buttermilk mixed with salt and pepper, and another with flour, cornmeal, and cayenne pepper.
- Dip each tomato slice in the buttermilk mixture, then coat in the flour-cornmeal blend.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until shimmering.
- Fry breaded tomato slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tomato slices (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg