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Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Classic Southern dish, crispy on the outside, tangy on the inside.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 green tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. Slice the green tomatoes into ¼ inch thick slices.
  2. 2. Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with buttermilk and beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3. Dip each tomato slice first in the flour, then in the buttermilk mixture, and finally in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring each slice is well-coated.
  4. 4. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. 5. Fry the tomato slices in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. 6. Remove the fried tomatoes and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

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Fried Green Tomatoes
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