Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes

About this recipe

Experience the perfect blend of crisp and tang with these fried green tomatoes. Perfect as a side dish or a snack, the green tomatoes are coated with a seasoned cornmeal mixture and fried to golden perfection. Enjoy them at summer cookouts or as a comforting appetizer.

Ingredients

• 4 large green tomatoes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. 1

   Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and pat them dry.

2. 2

   In a shallow bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, panko bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

3. 3

   In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.

4. 4

   Dip each tomato slice into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture for an even coating.

5. 5

   Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   Fry the tomato slices in batches, cooking about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

7. 7

   Transfer the fried green tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

8. 8

   Serve hot with your favorite buttermilk dressing or dipping sauce.