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how to make fried green tomatoes : Crispy fried green tomatoes served with ranch dipping sauce

Fried Green Tomatoes

A Southern classic: crispy, golden Fried Green Tomatoes made with cornmeal and flour for the perfect crunch. Serve as an appetizer or side dish with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large green tomatoes firm, underripe for best crunch
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
  • 1 cup cornmeal adds signature Southern crispiness
  • 1 tsp salt for seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp paprika optional, for flavor
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup milk or buttermilk helps bind coating
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Cast Iron Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

  1. Slice green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs with milk or buttermilk.
  4. Dip each tomato slice into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture to coat well.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tomatoes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce of choice.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding cayenne pepper to the coating. These pair wonderfully with ranch dressing or a spicy aioli.