Fried Green Tomatoes (Crispy Southern Style)
Ingredients
4 large green (unripe) tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
½ cup buttermilk
¾ cup cornmeal
¼ cup breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Slice tomatoes into ¼-inch thick slices. Lay on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let sit 10–15 minutes, then pat dry.
Set up three bowls:
Bowl 1: Flour seasoned with pepper.
Bowl 2: Eggs beaten with buttermilk.
Bowl 3: Cornmeal, breadcrumbs, paprika, and garlic powder mixed together.
Dip each tomato slice in flour, then egg mixture, then coat well in cornmeal mixture. Press gently to help coating stick.
Heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot (around 350°F / 175°C).
Fry tomatoes in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm.
