A classic Southern dish, these fried green tomatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect as a snack or side dish.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
12min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 egg
- 4 green tomatoes
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices and discard the ends.
Step 2
Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the tomato slices.
Step 3
In one bowl, combine cornmeal and flour.
Step 4
In another bowl, whisk together milk and egg.
Step 5
Dip each tomato slice into the milk mixture, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated.
Step 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
Fry the tomato slices in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
Step 8
Place the fried tomatoes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.