Crispy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes
Crispy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes are a delicious and tangy appetizer or side dish. The green tomatoes are soaked in buttermilk, dredged in a seasoned cornmeal mixture, and fried to golden perfection. This classic Southern dish is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large green tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, soak green tomato slices in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In another dish, combine cornmeal, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge each tomato slice in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Fry the coated green tomato slices in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Place the fried green tomatoes on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy the crispy and tangy goodness.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg