The Ultimate Guide to Perfectly Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried green tomatoes are a beloved Southern delicacy that brings together the crispiness of cornmeal and the tanginess of green tomatoes. This recipe guarantees mouthwatering results every time.

Ingredients:

• 4 large green tomatoes
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Begin by slicing the green tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices, discarding the ends.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
3. Place the flour onto a plate, and on another plate, mix together the cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Dip each tomato slice into the flour to coat, then into the egg and milk mixture, and finally dredge it in the breadcrumb mixture until completely coated.
5. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat (enough to cover the bottom of the pan by 1/2 inch).
6. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated tomato slices into the skillet in batches of 4 or 5, ensuring they do not touch each other.
7. Fry the tomatoes until they are golden brown on one side, then flip them and fry until golden brown on the other side.
8. Once fried, transfer the tomatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Enjoy these crispy and flavorful fried green tomatoes as a delicious appetizer or side dish!