Fried Green Tomatoes

Here’s a classic Southern Fried Green Tomatoes recipe—crispy on the outside, tangy and tender inside 🍅✨

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Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients (serves 4)

• 3–4 medium green tomatoes

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup cornmeal (or substitute with panko for extra crunch)

• 2 eggs

• ¼ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)

• Vegetable oil, for frying (about ¼ inch in pan)

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Instructions

1. Prep Tomatoes
   Slice green tomatoes into ½-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.

2. Set Up Breading Station

   • Plate 1: Flour

   • Plate 2: Eggs + milk, beaten

   • Plate 3: Cornmeal (or cornmeal + optional 1 tsp paprika for color/flavor)

3. Bread Tomatoes
   Dip each slice first in flour, then in the egg mixture, then coat evenly with cornmeal. Shake off excess.

4. Heat Oil
   In a large skillet, heat about ¼ inch of oil over medium heat until shimmering.

5. Fry Tomatoes
   Fry in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.

6. Drain & Serve
   Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve warm.

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Optional Serving Ideas

• Classic: Serve with ranch, remoulade, or spicy mayo

• Southern-style: Layer on sandwiches with lettuce and bacon

• Side for grilled meats or fried chicken

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Tips for Perfect Fried Green Tomatoes

• Pat slices very dry before breading to help coating stick.

• Use medium heat; too hot burns crust before inside cooks.

• Don’t overcrowd the pan—fry in batches for even crispiness.

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If you want, I can also give a baked version that’s crispy without frying, perfect for a lighter Southern-style treat.