Fried Green Tomatoes Iii
Crispy, golden, and bursting with Southern charm, "Fried Green Tomatoes III" is a classic comfort food recipe with a mouthwatering twist. Featuring tangy green tomatoes coated in a perfectly seasoned breading blend of cornmeal, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, this dish delivers an irresistible crunch with every bite. The buttermilk and egg wash ensure a flavorful, sturdy coating, while frying in a cast-iron skillet yields a beautifully even crisp. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fried green tomatoes make an ideal appetizer, snack, or side dish. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce—think creamy ranch, tangy remoulade, or spicy aioli—for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s impossible to resist. Keywords: fried green tomatoes recipe, Southern comfort food, crispy green tomatoes, easy appetizer, side dish recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium green tomatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
Wash and dry the green tomatoes. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk. In the third bowl, combine the cornmeal, panko breadcrumbs, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Dip each tomato slice into the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it's completely coated. Finally, press the tomato slice into the cornmeal-panko mixture, coating both sides thoroughly. Repeat with all tomato slices and place them on a plate.
In a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.
Carefully place a few tomato slices into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried tomatoes and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining tomato slices, adjusting the oil temperature as needed.
Serve the fried green tomatoes warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, remoulade, or a spicy aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 429 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.8 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 391 mg | 8% | |
*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.
