Easy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

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These easy fried green tomatoes are perfect to serve as an appetizer or in a fried green tomato BLT.

Submitted by Ali
Updated on November 27, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal

  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 pounds green tomatoes, sliced

  • 1 cup canola oil for frying, or as needed

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.

  2. Place flour into a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs and water together in a second shallow bowl. Whisk cornmeal, salt, and pepper together in a third shallow bowl.

  3. Dip one tomato slice into flour, then dip into egg mixture. Press tomato into cornmeal mixture, then shake off excess and place onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tomato slices, arranging them in a single layer on the baking sheet.

  4. Heat 1/4 inch canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Working in batches, fry tomatoes in hot oil until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towel-lined plates.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

189 Calories
5g Fat
32g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 189
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 74mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 293mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.