Lunch

Fried Green Tomatoes

Slices of tart green tomato coated in cornmeal and fried until golden. A Southern classic.

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4
Level
Easy
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Photo: Le Tia on Unsplash

Green tomatoes are firm and tangy, perfect for frying. Use unripe tomatoes from the garden.

Serve with a creamy dip or as part of a BLT.

Fried Green Tomatoes

30 min total · approx. 280 kcal per serving

Ingredients

Servings 4

Method

  1. Season the tomato slices.
  2. Dip in flour, then egg, then the cornmeal and breadcrumbs mixed together.
  3. Fry in hot oil for 2–3 minutes each side until golden.
  4. Drain and sprinkle with salt.
Cook's noteServe with a remoulade or ranch dressing.

Calories are an estimate per serving. Diet tags are a guide only: always check ingredient labels for allergens, and see our food safety note.