🍅 Fried Green Tomatoes — Don’t Lose This Recipe! 😋

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🍅 Fried Green Tomatoes — Don’t Lose This Recipe! 😋






There’s something truly special about old-fashioned fried green tomatoes — crisp on the outside, tender inside, and full of that tangy flavor you can only get from unripened tomatoes. Whether you grew up eating them in the South or you’re just discovering this classic comfort dish, this recipe will make you fall in love at first bite.

Golden, crunchy, and seasoned just right, these fried green tomatoes are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Serve them warm with a creamy dipping sauce or stack them in a sandwich for a Southern-style treat you’ll never forget.

🧂 Ingredients

  • 4 medium green tomatoes, sliced ¼-inch thick

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup cornmeal (or breadcrumbs for extra crunch)

  • ½ cup buttermilk

  • 1 large egg

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ¼ tsp paprika (optional, for color and flavor)

  • Vegetable oil (for frying)

🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare the tomatoes: Slice the green tomatoes and pat them dry with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with salt and pepper.

  2. Set up your coating station:

    • Place flour in one bowl.

    • In another bowl, whisk together egg and buttermilk.

    • In a third bowl, mix cornmeal, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. Coat each slice: Dip tomato slices in flour, then in the egg-buttermilk mixture, then coat thoroughly with cornmeal.

  4. Heat the oil: In a large skillet, pour about ½ inch of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high until shimmering (around 350°F / 175°C).

  5. Fry until golden: Add the tomato slices in batches and fry for about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

  6. Drain and serve: Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

🌿 Best Dipping Sauces

Try one of these delicious sauces to take your fried green tomatoes to the next level:

  • Spicy aioli: Mayonnaise + lemon juice + hot sauce

  • Ranch dressing with a pinch of smoked paprika

  • Remoulade: Mayo, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped pickles

💡 Tips for Perfect Fried Green Tomatoes

  • Choose firm, bright green tomatoes — not ones starting to ripen.

  • For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of cornmeal.

  • To make them lighter, you can air fry at 400°F for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway.

❤️ Final Thoughts

Crispy, tangy, and packed with Southern charm — these Fried Green Tomatoes are a timeless favorite you’ll want to make again and again. Don’t lose this recipe… it’s one of those classics that turns simple ingredients into pure comfort!

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