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Fried Green Tomatoes

A great Southern treat for early Spring! 

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour divided
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 medium-size green tomatoes cut into 1/3-inch slices
  • Vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine egg and buttermilk; set aside.
  2. Combine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, cornmeal, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl or pan.
  3. Dredge tomato slices in remaining 1/4 cup flour; dip in egg mixture, and dredge in cornmeal mixture.
  4. Pour oil to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch in a large cast-iron skillet; heat to 375°. Drop tomatoes, in batches, into hot oil, and cook 2 minutes on each side or until golden.