Fried Green Tomatoes (Crispy Southern Style)INGREDIENTS:4 firm green tomatoes, sliced into thick rounds1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup cornmeal1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 tsp vinegar)2 large eggs1 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika½ tsp garlic powder (optional)Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)INSTRUCTIONSPrep the tomatoesSlice tomatoes into ½-inch rounds.Pat them dry with paper towels.Set up the coating stationUse 3 bowls:Bowl 1: Flour + salt + pepper + paprika + garlic powderBowl 2: Eggs + buttermilk (whisk together)Bowl 3: CornmealBread the tomatoesDip each tomato slice in the flour mixture.Then dip into the egg mixture.Finish by coating in cornmeal.FryHeat ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.Fry each slice 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.Transfer to paper towels to remove excess oil.ServeEnjoy hot with ranch, remoulade, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Fried Green Tomatoes (Crispy Southern Style)
