Description
Southern chefs elevate this crispy green tomatoes recipe with a perfectly seasoned cornmeal crust that delivers incredible crunch. Homemade techniques guarantee golden-brown slices promising rich flavor and delightful texture for home cooks seeking authentic Southern comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 green tomatoes (large)
- 1 liter (33.8 fl oz) vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 eggs
- 120 mL (4 fl oz) milk
- 125 g (4.4 oz) all-purpose flour
- 60 g (2.1 oz) cornmeal
- 50 g (1.8 oz) bread crumbs
- 10 mL (2 tsp) coarse kosher salt
- 1 pinch (¼ tsp) ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Create uniform green tomato slices by cutting into precise 1/2-inch rounds, discarding uneven end pieces.
- Coating Station: Establish three distinct stations – flour plate for initial dredging, whisked egg and milk mixture for moisture, and seasoned cornmeal-breadcrumb blend for crispy exterior.
- Dredging Process: Systematically coat each tomato slice by first dusting with flour, then dipping thoroughly in egg mixture, and finally pressing into seasoned cornmeal mixture to ensure complete, even coverage.
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, maintaining optimal depth for consistent frying, creating a golden-brown cooking environment.
- Frying Technique: Carefully introduce coated tomato slices into hot oil, allowing 2-3 minutes per side to achieve a perfectly crisp, amber-colored exterior, managing pan temperature to prevent burning.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer fried tomatoes onto paper towel-lined plate, allowing excess oil to drain and preserving the delicate, crunchy texture of the golden-brown crust.
Notes
- Select Ripe Green Tomatoes: Choose firm, unripe green tomatoes without soft spots or blemishes for the best texture and flavor.
- Master Coating Technique: Create a light, even layer of flour first, then egg wash, and finally cornmeal mixture to ensure a perfectly crispy exterior.
- Oil Temperature Matters: Keep oil consistently at 350°F to prevent soggy or greasy tomatoes and achieve a golden-brown, crunchy coating.
- Drain Properly: Use paper towels to remove excess oil immediately after frying, maintaining the crisp texture and preventing sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg