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Classic Recipe Green Tomatoes Fried at Home

Fried green tomatoes turn crispy on the outside and stay tangy and tender inside. Each slice is golden and full of flavor. They work perfectly as a snack or served with a creamy dipping sauce.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Sides, Snack, Snacks
Cuisine American, International
Keyword cornmeal, crispy, dip, dredge, flour, fried green tomato, fried green tomatoes recipe, fried tomato, fry, make fried green tomatoes, paper towels, seasoning, skillet, tomato slice
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Servings 12 Pieces
Calories 55kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 Pieces Green Tomatoes fresh, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • Salt for seasoning
  • Pepper for seasoning
  • ½ Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Pieces Eggs whisked with 1 tablespoon water
  • ½ Cup Yellow Cornmeal
  • ½ Cup Panko Breadcrumbs
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • Pinch Cayenne Pepper optional
  • Oil for frying
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Instructions

  • Prepare all ingredients, including green tomatoes, flour, cornmeal, breadcrumbs, eggs, and oil, so everything is ready before frying.
  • Rinse tomatoes, cut into ¼-inch slices, season with salt and pepper, and lay them flat on a plate.
  • Arrange three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with the breadcrumb mixture for easy coating.
  • In the third bowl, combine cornmeal, breadcrumbs, paprika, and cayenne, stirring until evenly mixed.
  • Dip each tomato slice in flour, then egg, then press into the crumb mixture until fully coated, and place on a tray.
  • Heat oil to 350–375°Fahrenheit (175–190°Celsius) and fry slices in small batches for 1–2 minutes per side until golden; drain on paper towels before serving warm.

Notes

  • Slice evenly for best frying. Cutting your green tomatoes into even slices helps them cook at the same speed. This way, every piece turns out crispy and golden.
  • Use a good coating mix. A blend of flour, cornmeal, and seasoning sticks well to the tomatoes. It also gives them that perfect crunch on the outside.
  • Fry in small batches. Cooking too many slices at once lowers the oil temperature. Smaller batches keep them crispy instead of soggy.
  • Serve right away. Fried green tomatoes taste best when fresh and hot. Pair them with a dipping sauce to enjoy the full flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg