Fried Green Tomatoes

Satisfy your craving for a Southern classic with these crispy fried green tomatoes, perfect for a side dish or appetizer.

Ingredients

• 4 green tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 cups cornmeal
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices.
2. Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with all-purpose flour, one with buttermilk, and one with a mix of cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Dredge each tomato slice in flour, then dip in buttermilk, and finally coat with the cornmeal mixture.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
5. Fry the tomato slices in batches for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Transfer the fried tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7. Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.

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