A classic Southern dish, fried green tomatoes are crispy on the outside and tangy on the inside. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 2 g black pepper
- 120 g bread crumbs
- 120 g cornmeal
- 2 eggs
- 4 green tomatoes
- 120 ml milk
- 5 g salt
- 500 ml vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices.
Step 2
Set up a breading station with three separate bowls: one with flour, one with a mixture of eggs and milk, and one with a mixture of cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
Dip each tomato slice first in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring each slice is well-coated.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Fry the tomato slices in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 6
Remove the fried tomatoes and drain on paper towels.