Fried green tomatoes is a classic Southern dish that has become popular across the United States and beyond. It consists of unripe, firm green tomatoes sliced into discs or wedges, coated in seasoned cornmeal or flour, and then fried until golden brown and crispy. This dish is a beloved staple of Southern cuisine, known for its crunchy texture and tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 large green tomatoes
– 2 eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup cornmeal
– 1/2 cup bread crumbs
– 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
– 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
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Slice tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Discard the ends.
Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium-size bowl. Scoop flour onto a plate. Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs and salt and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip the tomatoes into milk and egg mixture. Dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat.
In a large skillet, pour vegetable oil (enough so that there is 1/2 inch of oil in the pan) and heat over a medium heat. Place tomatoes into the frying pan in batches of 4 or 5, depending on the size of your skillet. Do not crowd the tomatoes, they should not touch each other. When the tomatoes are browned, flip and fry them on the other side. Drain them on paper towels.
This tangy and flavorful remoulade sauce adds a delicious punch to the crispy fried green tomatoes, making them even more irresistible!