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Fried Green Tomatoes

These Fried Green Tomatoes are unripened tangy tomatoes, coated in perfectly seasoned breading, dipped in buttermilk, and fried until golden and crispy. They are a classic Southern snack that are impossible to resist!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fried Green Tomatoes, Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Remoulade Sauce

  • 1 & 1/4 cups mayonnaise
  • 2 & 1/2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
  • 1 tablespoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or Creole seasoning)
  • 1 teaspoon pickle juice (dill or sweet)
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 clove garlic , grated
  • grind of black pepper

For the Tomatoes

  • 3 large firm (unripe) green tomatoes (about 1 & 1/2 pounds total)
  • coarse salt
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup fine white cornmeal
  • 1 & 1/2 cups vegetable oil , for frying

Instructions

  • Make the remoulade sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Taste, and adjust seasonings if needed. Refrigerate until ready to use.
    ingredients for remoulade sauce in mixing bowl
  • Using a serrated knife, cut 3 large firm (unripe) green tomatoes into 3/8" thick slices (that's between 1/4 and 1/2-inch thick.) Sprinkle both sides with coarse salt. Let stand for 30 minutes to draw out the moisture (this helps the breading stick better.) Gently pat dry with paper towels.
    sliced green tomatoes on plate sprinkled with salt
  • Set up the breading station with 3 separate shallow dishes (pie plates are great!):
    1st dish: whisk together 3/4 cup flour, 1 & 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and a 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
    2nd dish: whisk together 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg white, and 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce.
    3rd dish: combine 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs and 1/3 cup fine white cornmeal.
    breading station with 3 bowls of breadcrumbs, flour, and milk
  • Fit a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet. Dip each tomato slice in the flour mixture (shake off excess), followed by the buttermilk mixture, and finally the cornmeal mixture (press gently to adhere.)
    sliced green tomatoes coated in flour, breadcrumbs, and milk
  • Place the breaded tomato slices on the rack in a single layer. Let sit while you heat up the oil - this allows time for the coating to set.
    breaded sliced green tomatoes on wire rack
  • In a large cast iron skillet, warm 1 & 1/2 cups vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F and shimmering. (The oil should sizzle immediately if you sprinkle water into it.)
  • Starting with the tomatoes that were breaded first, carefully add 3 to 4 to the hot skillet, taking care not to over-crowd them. Fry until golden-brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side, regulating the heat if the oil gets too hot.
    fried green tomatoes in oil in skillet
  • Transfer the fried tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Fry the remaining tomato slices, replacing the oil if necessary.
    fried green tomatoes being placed on paper towel to drain
  • Serve immediately with the remoulade sauce.
    {NOTE: For helpful tips and directions for cooking in an air fryer, please refer to the full article.)
    fried green tomatoes on serving dish with dipping sauce

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Nutrition

Serving: 2tomatoes | Calories: 547kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 875mg | Potassium: 321mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1531IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg