For a delish summery side dish or snack, slice green tomatoes, bread them and then fry them in oil until crispy, golden, and delicious. This southern-style dish is a classic, and once you try it, you’ll understand why!
Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes
Totally delicious fried green tomatoes will make you happy that those end-of-summer tomatoes never ripened on the vine! A simple recipe that is fun to make.
Ingredients for Fried Green Tomatoes
Green Tomatoes – It’s always a struggle to figure out what to do with tomatoes that never ripened, but green tomatoes taste the best made this way. Can’t get enough? Go ahead and use very firm red tomatoes as well or a combination of both! Buttermilk – If you don’t have any on hand, pour 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice into a liquid measuring cup. Fill to ¾ cup with whole milk, stir, and let rest for 5 minutes. Breading – Seasoned flour and cornmeal give this recipe a classic crispy coating, but feel free to substitute Panko if desired. For an option without gluten, use a favorite GF flour with gluten-free cornmeal, seasoning, and spices.
Fun Twists on Fried Tomatoes
Change things up easily with this recipe! Add some parmesan cheese to the cornmeal mixture! To make it spicy, try it with some taco seasoning or Adobo, or add some Cajun seasoning to the cornmeal mix. Or go for Greek or Italian seasoning for a milder version. If you like a classic BLT sandwich or club sandwich, try swapping out the fresh tomatoes for fried green tomatoes! When it comes to dipping, the sky is the limit!
How to Make Fried Green Tomatoes
To bake – Follow the recipe below as directed, but preheat the oven to 375°F, and line a shallow pan with parchment paper. When tomatoes are ready for frying, spray them with cooking oil and bake for 15 minutes per side. In the Air Fryer – Prepare and bread tomatoes as per the recipe below. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Spray breaded tomatoes with cooking oil and fry in batches for 10-12 minutes. Flip, spray the other side with oil, then fry for about 4-5 minutes. Drain on a paper towel before serving.
Tips for Fried Green Tomatoes
This fried green tomato recipe is best consumed fresh and hot, but reheating in a hot oiled pan or an air fryer at 350°F will make them taste as good as fresh! Keep them stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To prevent them from getting soggy, do not stack them, rather store them on a paper towel in single layers.
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