Fried Green Tomatoes
- SERVES
- 6
- COOK TIME
- 25 Min
Whether they're a childhood favorite or a new discovery, once you've tried Fried Green Tomatoes, it's hard to forget 'em! Our recipe for this down-home Southern classic is so easy and delicious, you'll want to make 'em all year long!
What You'll Need
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 green tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/4-inch slices (see Tip)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup self-rising white cornmeal mix
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable oil
What to Do
- In a large bowl, combine egg, water, salt, and pepper; mix well. Add tomato slices in batches, turning to coat well.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour and cornmeal mix; mix well. Dip each tomato slice in flour mixture, coating completely.
- In a large skillet over high heat, heat oil until hot. Fry tomato slices in batches 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined platter, then serve.
Check This Out!
- Green tomatoes are available in the early summer in most supermarkets, and with their popularity growing all around the country, you can often find them during the rest of the year in specialty and health food markets.
- Yum! Don't miss out on our recipe for Golden Grits Casserole!
- If you want even more classic Southern recipes, be sure to check out our free eCookbook, Down-Home Cookin': 24 Easy Southern Favorites.
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Nutritional InformationShow More
Servings Per Recipe: 6
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Calories 459
- Calories from Fat 264
- Total Fat 29g 45 %
- Saturated Fat 3.9g 19 %
- Trans Fat 0.1g 0 %
- Protein 7.1g 14 %
- Amount Per Serving % Daily Value *
- Cholesterol 31mg 10 %
- Sodium 607mg 25 %
- Total Carbohydrates 43g 14 %
- Dietary Fiber 3.5g 14 %
- Sugars 4.2g 0 %
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kmcartoonity 62072 74
Aug 28, 2018
A few weeks ago I was walking towards my back door to bring in a huge bowl of fresh tomatoes from the garden. My next door neighbor, who is from the deep south, came up to me and asked me if he could have some of the green ones to make this dish. I gave him a bunch and he said it turned out absolutely delicious!
grandmackr
Sep 13, 2013
I learned a trick from my sister-in-law how to make the batter stick to the tomato or anything you're frying. Always dredge whatever you're frying in flour before you put into the batter and coating. It works so much better. I put the flour in a plastic bag and drop the food into it and shake it. And I always add a little brown sugar (to taste) to the top of the slice when it comes out of the pan and is still warm.
1nutnyahoo 6029133
Jul 24, 2013
FRIED GREEN TOMATO out of season? Try the Mexican Fruit Tomatillo. Remove the husks, wash the fruit then proceed as with regular tomatillo. A tangy flavor but Ooh so good.
Evey246 4523859
Jul 16, 2013
Awesome ideas thank you for the baking idea will try that. Trying to avoid fried foods and looking for baking alternatives ....glad I found this page
mscarole
Feb 14, 2013
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES ARE TO DIE FOR. ALWAYS HAD THEM WHEN I LIVED ON THE FARM WITH MY GRANDPARENTS
dlita13 5413221
Feb 07, 2013
I've also made them with panko instead of the cornmeal/flour - either way - such a special treat. I have to go to farmers market to get them tho! Come on spring!
marleneashley54 72 73125
Feb 07, 2013
I always add crushed cornflakes to the flour, instead of corn meal, oh soooo crispy and flavorful.
bobruth68 7870439
Feb 07, 2013
I make ovened fried green tomatoes. they are crisp and delicious. Slice and core tomatoes. Lightly beat an egg or eggs depending on how many you are making, and dip tomatoes in the egg and then seasoned bread crumbs, I use italian seasoned, put just enough oil on a cookie sheet to cover the bottom. Put tomatoes on sheet and bake on 450 for about 5 min or so on each side or until lightly browned. These come out crisp and are not as flourery or greasy as when you do them in a skillet. I sprinkle them with parmesan cheese when serving.
kajesu 9879214
May 01, 2013
This sounds so good. I've been looking for a recipe that can be baked instead of frying. My husband loves them dipped in Tempura and then fried. They are absolutely delicious but too many calories. I can't stop eating them until all are gone.
carolmccarty1315 5 367366
Aug 16, 2017
THANK YOU! We are going to enjoy these tonight for dinner. Sound perfect! Again, thank you!
snperch
Feb 06, 2013
Green tomatoes are never available in the grocery stores. I wonder if tomatillas would work the same way. Anyone ever tried that? When I get to market I will get some and try.
linkenclark 780747 3
May 01, 2013
If there is a farmers market in your area you can usually find them there.
PatP72
May 01, 2013
They aren't the same thing. I've tried them and they do have a different flavor. Not bad, just different. There's NOTHING like that real thing!
Iambecomingannoyed
Feb 06, 2013
You can bread the tomato slices, freeze them in a single layer on cookie sheets, and transfer them to freezer bags. As long as you have your hot oil ready and drop them into it before they have time to thaw, they come out tasting like they do when they go into the freezer. If they thaw, they will be mushy but taste very much like fresh. I've never been able to freeze enough to last longer than fron spring to spring LOL, but they should be fine a bit longer as long as you evacuate all the air from the bag (close bag down until there is just enough room to insert a straw, use the straw to suck the air out, and seal) they shouldn't get freezer burn.
pbkeene
Feb 06, 2013
When my mother made these, she omitted the cornmeal and fried them in bacon grease instead of oil. The bacon gave them a good flavor. I liked the comment about dipping in fish fry mix. That sounds good too.
edonov 2108448
Feb 07, 2013
thats exactly what my mom did, except she used only the flour not bread crumbs or anything like that, was delicious
jamakamama 5703184
Feb 06, 2013
Fried green tomatoes are a real treat any time I make them. But being here in Indiana, I learned to make them from my grandmother using her recipe and they are delicious! It's very simple. Slice green tomatoes THINLY for better crispness and to eliminate the uncooked middle that happens with thicker slices, coat with flour, put in hot oil in skillet, sprinkle with salt and pepper. When browned on that side, turn slices. sprinkle with more salt and pepper, and brown that remaining side. Serve hot. YUM!!
sILVER bELLE
Jul 22, 2012
Love Fried Green Tomatos....besides, it ALWAYS reminds me of the movie!
grandmackr
Jul 20, 2012
FYI for kalytle2007, Fried green tomatoes are unripened red or yellow tomatoes. When I making them one time, I sprinkled some brown sugar on the top of each slice before I removed them from the pan. My husband like it so much I don't make them any other way now.
kalytle2007 643025 8
Aug 05, 2012
grandmackr, Thank you for clarifying what type of tomatoe is needed or the recipe. I also appreciate the tip you gave about using a little brown sugar on them. Thanks!
kalytle2007 643025 8
Jul 19, 2012
Are fried green tomatoes made from unripe regular red or yellow tomatoes or are they made from a special variety of green tomatoes? In other words can I make this recipe from unripe tomatoes in my garden?
rdhdmama
Jul 18, 2012
This is an all time favoriet of mine...I found another recipe much easier and with a little more spice if thats what you like...I use Zatarans,fish fry seasoning.dip the Tomatoes in the egg,milk then in the fish fry and fry as above.The seasoning in the Zatarans gives them a spicer taste.
MrSoul
Jul 06, 2011
Substituted hush puppy with onion mix for self-rising cornmeal and cut back on salt. Just be careful that the oil isn't too hot. Easy and quick fried green tomatoes.
jeaniene
Feb 07, 2011
I have a better tasting recipe. It is really bad health wise but once a year is ok. I use only flour egg and milk to coat the tomatoes. The key ingredient for superb taste..is to fry them in Bacon Grease only...Yes I said Bacon grease...Talk about flavor...oooh its sooo good! Cornmeal gives it a gritty taste and takes away from the flavor of the tomatoe. You will need at least 1-3 cups of bacon grease depending on how much your frying. Also watch the grease, after awhile it might start to burn with the flour. So change it out with fresh. The best..but not the healthiest...Bon Appetite!
Phillip
Jul 19, 2010
There is nothing better in the summer with a good home grown vegetable meal than some good Green Fried Tomatoes and this receipe is simple and eaee and sooooooo good!
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