Frugal Fried Green Tomatoes

Frugal Fried Green Tomatoes

Cheapest way to make fried green tomatoes that are crunchy on the outside, and taste like apple pie on the inside. Great side-dish for any meal!

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories
222 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Place cornmeal in a bowl; dip and coat each tomato slice until thoroughly coated.
Step 3
Place coated tomato slices side by side in the hot oil; fry until coating is browned and crusty, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and black pepper. Repeat with remaining tomato slices.
Frugal Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup cornmeal, or as needed
  • 6 green tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/16-inch slices

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