Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • 2 cups corn meal

  • 4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices

  • Oil, for frying

  • Buttermilk dressing, for serving

Instructions

  • In a large plastic food-storage bag, mix together the flour, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Place the green tomato slices in the bag and shake until well coated.

  • Beat together the eggs with the buttermilk until well combined. Place the cornmeal on a plate.

  • Dip the flour-coated green tomatoes into the egg mixture then lightly dredge in the cornmeal. Place the cornmeal-coated tomatoes on a large plate or sheet. Repeat until all are done.

  • In a large heavy skillet heat 1/2 inch of oil on medium high to 350°F, about 5 minutes. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the temperature by sticking a wooden spoon into the oil. If it bubbles around the spoon, it should be ready for frying. Line a large plate or sheet with paper towels.

  • Working in batches, slide the tomatoes into the hot oil and cook for 1 minute then turn and cook for another minute or until golden. Remove with a slotted spatula to drain on the paper-lined plate.

  • Lightly salt the fried green tomatoes, then serve warm with buttermilk dressing.

Recipe from homesicktexan