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Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Fried Green Tomatoes

A classic Southern fried green tomatoes recipe made with tangy unripe tomatoes, crispy cornmeal coating, and bold Cajun seasoning. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American Comfort Food, Southern
Calories: 379
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium green tomatoes firm and unripe
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for salting tomato slices
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning optional, for added spice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk or use milk as a substitute
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/3 cup white cornmeal preferably fine-ground
  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs plain or panko
  • 1/4 cup oil peanut, canola, or olive oil for frying

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle both sides with kosher salt and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Prepare three shallow bowls: one with flour and Cajun seasoning, one with the whisked egg and buttermilk, and one with breadcrumbs and cornmeal mixed together.
  3. Dip each tomato slice first in the seasoned flour, then in the egg-buttermilk mix, and finally coat with the cornmeal-breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to ensure coating sticks.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the tomato slices in batches, 3–5 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
  5. Transfer fried tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with remoulade sauce, hot sauce, or ranch dressing.

Notes

For the crispiest results, use white cornmeal and avoid overcrowding the pan while frying. Serve immediately after frying for best texture. You can also add a dash of paprika or garlic powder to the breadcrumb mix for extra flavor.