Country Ham Fried Green Tomatoes W Cream Gravy
Crispy, savory, and downright irresistible, Country Ham Fried Green Tomatoes with Cream Gravy is a Southern-inspired comfort food masterpiece that will steal the show at your next meal. This recipe showcases perfectly seasoned green tomato slices, soaked in tangy buttermilk, coated in a crispy cornmeal and flour mixture, and fried to golden perfection. Topped with thin slices of seared country ham and smothered in a rich, velvety cream gravy, this dish offers a harmonious blend of textures and bold flavors. Ideal as an indulgent brunch centerpiece or a hearty appetizer, this recipe celebrates the best of Southern cooking traditions in every bite. Packed with keywords like "Southern comfort food," "fried green tomatoes," "country ham," and "cream gravy," it's an absolute crowd-pleaser you'll want to serve again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium green tomatoes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 4 thin slices country ham slices
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for gravy)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (for gravy)
Instructions
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them in a shallow dish.
Pour the buttermilk over the tomato slices and let them soak for 10 minutes.
In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove each tomato slice from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge it in the flour and cornmeal mixture, coating both sides evenly.
Fry the coated tomato slices in the hot oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Transfer fried tomatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
In the same skillet, sear the country ham slices for about 1-2 minutes per side until browned and warm. Remove and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the 2 tablespoons of flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook the gravy, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
To serve, layer the fried green tomatoes on a plate, top them with the seared country ham, and drizzle with the cream gravy. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.2 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 558 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
