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4.67 from 30 votes

Southern Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Simple, classic and absolutely delicious. The crunchy golden batter of this fried green tomatoes recipe is the epitome of Southern charm and cuisine.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 146kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 fresh green tomatoes cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten with 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ cup yellow cornmeal
  • ½ cup panko crumbs
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • a pinch of cayenne optional
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  • Liberally season green tomato slices with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Add flour and eggs to two separate small bowls.
  • Combine cornmeal, panko crumbs, paprika and cayenne into another small bowl and whisk together.
  • Begin by dipping each seasoned tomato slice into flour coating on both sides.
  • Next add floured tomato slice to eggs coating on both sides.
  • Lastly dip into cornmeal and crumb mixture and set aside finished slice on baking sheet.
  • Repeat dredging process, starting with flour, until all slices are coated.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium high heat.
  • Fry tomato slices on both sides until golden brown and drain on paper towels.
  • Serve warm.

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Notes

Make sure you are using unripe green tomatoes. If they're too ripe they won't fry up properly.
Be sure your oil is hot before frying your tomatoes.
Slice the tomatoes into even-sized slices for even cooking.
Serve immediately for the best flavor!

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 14.4mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1.7mg