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Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes are classic Southern favorite that feature slices of green tomatoes fried to a prefect golden brown in a flavorful cornmeal crust. These tomatoes are sweet and tender on the inside and wonderfully crisp on the outside.
Course Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Fried Green Tomatoes, Southern Recipe Favorites
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 12 slices
Calories 107 kcal
Susanne Susanne

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups self-rising flour divided
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs well beaten
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 3 large green tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Place one tablespoon of the flour into a medium shallow bowl. Add tIn
  2. In another medium shallow bowl add the remaining flour and cornmeal, stir together.
  3. Slice the tomatoes into ¼ inch slices, you will get 4 slices. Discard the stem portion.
  4. Add peanut oil to a large skillet, I like to use cast iron. Add enough oil to go ¼ inch up the side of the pan.
  5. Heat oil over medium heat to 350°F. I like to use a candy thermometer to make sure the oil stays at the right temperature.
  6. Place a tomato slice into the buttermilk mixture. Then coat it in the flour mixture, letting the excess flour shake off.
  7. Place the tomato into the hot pan and let it fry for about 2 & ½ minutes per side or to your desired browning.
  8. Take out of the skillet and place it on a paper-towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil. Immediately transfer it to a wire rack that is sitting on top of a sheet tray so they don’t get soggy. Repeat with the remaining tomato slices.

Recipe Notes

  1. There will be excess buttermilk mixture and flour mixture leftover when you are done. This is to ensure there is enough coating for the tomatoes.
  2. Nutritional information is estimated. Amounts will vary based on ingredient choices and serving sizes.
Nutrition Facts
Fried Green Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving (2 slices)
Calories 107 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 31mg10%
Sodium 240mg10%
Potassium 145mg4%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 308IU6%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 47mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.