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The Best Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

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With their crunchy, golden coating and tangy, juicy centers, these Fried Green Tomatoes are impossible to resist.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 311 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large green tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Slice the tomatoes ½-inch thick.
    Fried Green Tomatoes step 1
  • Whisk the buttermilk and eggs together in a bowl. Place the flour in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, cornstarch, and salt.
    Fried Green Tomatoes step 2
  • Gently dip each slice of tomato into the flour, then the egg mixture. Repeat this process once more, then dip the tomato into the breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides.
  • Heat the oil to 375°F in a heavy-bottomed pot. Gently add the coated tomato slices to the oil and fry on each side until golden brown. Place onto paper towels or a metal rack to drain.

Notes

  • Heat the oil to 375°F to crisp the crust without overcooking the tomatoes.
  • Give each tomato slice ample room in the pot so they cook evenly and don't stick together.
  • Drain well after frying to maintain the coating's crispness.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 11gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 537mgFiber: 3g
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