Description
These Southern Fried Green Tomatoes are a classic Southern dish that makes a perfect appetizer or side dish. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these tangy and savory tomatoes are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Tomatoes:
- 3 fresh green tomatoes, cut into 1/4 inch slices and at room temperature
Seasoning:
- Seasoned salt and pepper to taste
Coating:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten with 1 tablespoon of hot sauce OR water
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup panko crumbs or plain bread crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper (optional)
- A pinch of cayenne (optional)
Oil:
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Liberally season green tomato slices with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add flour and eggs to two separate small shallow bowls.
- Combine cornmeal, panko crumbs, and spices into another small shallow bowl and whisk together.
- Dip each seasoned tomato slice into flour, then eggs, and finally the crumb mixture. Set aside on a baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a frying pan to 350°F to 375°F (175°C to 190°C).
- Fry tomato slices until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
- Serve warm immediately or keep in a preheated oven at 250°F to maintain crispiness.
Notes
- Use unripe green tomatoes for best results.
- Ensure oil is hot before frying.
- Slice tomatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- Best served immediately for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg