Description
Classic Southern Fried Green Tomatoes are golden, crispy, and full of flavor. This iconic dish is perfect for brunch, cookouts, or a comfort food dinner side. Serve them hot with a spicy remoulade for that true Southern experience.
Ingredients
3–4 medium green tomatoes
½ cup buttermilk
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Remoulade:
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chopped pickles
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Slice tomatoes into ¼-inch thick rounds and lay on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and let sit 10 minutes.
2. Set up a dredging station with separate bowls for flour, buttermilk, and a mix of cornmeal and seasonings.
3. Dip each tomato slice into flour, then buttermilk, then cornmeal mix. Coat well.
4. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to 350°F.
5. Fry tomatoes in batches, 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
6. Mix all remoulade ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
7. Serve fried green tomatoes hot with remoulade on the side or drizzled over top.
Notes
For an egg-free version, substitute buttermilk or plant-based milk with mustard.
You can bake at 425°F for 20–25 minutes instead of frying.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern