Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes
A Southern classic, crispy fried green tomatoes that delivers a crunchy texture and tangy flavor—perfect for sharing with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 green tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes into about 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Season the sliced tomatoes with salt and pepper, and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Prepare your breading station with flour, whisked eggs with milk, and a mixture of cornmeal and breadcrumbs.
- Coat each tomato slice in the flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with the cornmeal/breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the coated tomatoes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and repeat with remaining tomatoes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding cayenne pepper to the egg mixture or mixing herbs into the cornmeal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 slices
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: fried green tomatoes, Southern recipe, comfort food, appetizer, crispy tomatoes