Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
Sliced green tomatoes are coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and fried to golden perfection. A simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh garden tomatoes!
Ingredients
- 4 medium green tomatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided + extra for prep step
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper divided + extra for prep step
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Cut tomatoes into ½-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle both sides with a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- Set up the dredging station. – Bowl 1: Combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
- – Bowl 2: Whisk together milk and apple cider vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- – Bowl 3: Stir together cornmeal, Panko breadcrumbs, parsley, and Cajun seasoning.
- Working one at a time, dredge tomato slices in the flour mixture, dip into the milk mixture, then press into the breadcrumb mixture to fully coat.
- Set a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom. When hot, add the coated tomato slices in a single layer without overlapping. Fry for 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 396kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 13gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 1315mgPotassium: 566mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1224IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 4mg
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