Best Easy Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Crispy fried green tomatoes with a cornmeal crust are a quintessential Southern vegetarian appetizer. Tangy, crunchy, and fresh, these family favorites pair perfectly with remoulade sauce.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 210 kcal
#vegetarian #southern appetizer #low calorie #family favorite
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • green tomatoes 3 pieces
  • all-purpose flour 0.5 cup
  • cornmeal 0.75 cup
  • buttermilk 0.5 cup
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • vegetable oil 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • paprika 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 28 g 53%
Protein 4 g 8%
Fat 10 g 39%
Serving size 120g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle both sides lightly with kosher salt and let them rest on paper towels for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

  2. 2

    Prepare three breading stations: place the flour in the first shallow bowl, beat buttermilk with eggs in a second bowl, and mix cornmeal with black pepper and paprika in a third bowl.

  3. 3

    Pat tomato slices dry, then dredge each slice fully in flour, dip in the egg-buttermilk mixture, and coat thoroughly in the seasoned cornmeal.

  4. 4

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat (350°F) until shimmering but not smoking. Test by dropping in a pinch of cornmeal—it should sizzle.

  5. 5

    Fry tomato slices in batches, without crowding, 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a rack or paper towels and sprinkle with extra salt while hot. Serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The star of this dish is the green tomato. Its firm texture and tangy flavor hold up perfectly to frying, creating the classic taste and structure that defines fried green tomatoes.
Q. How do I get the perfect crunchy crust?
Achieving crispiness comes from the three-step breading: a flour base, a buttermilk and egg bath, and a final cornmeal coating. Maintaining the oil at medium-high heat (around 350°F) ensures an even golden crust without absorbing excess oil.
Q. How can I prevent soggy tomatoes?
Patting the tomato slices dry after salting draws out excess moisture, preventing a soggy interior. Also, frying them in hot oil and avoiding overcrowding help maintain their crisp exterior.
Q. What’s the calorie and nutrition breakdown per serving?
Each serving of fried green tomatoes is approximately 210 kcal, with 28 grams of carbohydrates (53% of calories), 4 grams of protein (8%), and 10 grams of fat (39%), making it a light vegetarian appetizer.
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