Texas Green Fried Tomatoes
Crispy, tangy, and full of Southern flair, Texas Green Fried Tomatoes are the ultimate comfort food with a fiery twist. Featuring firm green tomatoes coated in a perfectly seasoned trio of flour, buttermilk, and stone-ground cornmeal, these golden-brown delights pack a crunch that's impossible to resist. Infused with smoked paprika, cayenne, and a splash of hot sauce, each bite delivers a bold, spicy kick that sets this recipe apart. With their quick 15-minute prep time and a satisfying 20-minute cook, these fried gems are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Serve them piping hot with your favorite dipping sauce—like a cool ranch, tangy remoulade, or spicy aioli—for a crowd-pleasing treat that celebrates the best of Southern cooking. Keywords: Texas Green Fried Tomatoes, crispy fried tomatoes, Southern appetizers, spicy fried snacks, easy fried tomato recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Green tomatoes
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Cornmeal (preferably stone-ground)
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (or peanut oil)
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
Instructions
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Discard the ends.
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce until smooth.
In a third shallow bowl, place the cornmeal.
Dredge each tomato slice in the seasoned flour, then dip into the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat in the cornmeal. Shake off any excess and place the tomatoes on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Test the oil with a small piece of bread; it should sizzle immediately.
Working in batches, carefully add the coated tomato slices to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried tomatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve warm as is, or with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as ranch dressing, spicy aioli, or a zesty remoulade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 495.9 g | 636% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.2 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 2920 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1754 mg | 37% | |
*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.
