Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

A traditional use for those unripened, end-of-harvest tomatoes: these green tomatoes are dipped in egg, coated in a mixture of cornmeal and flour, and fried to perfection.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 12 mins
• Total Time: 17 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 extra large egg
• 3 green tomatoes, sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a small bowl whisk together egg and milk. In another small bowl mix cornmeal and flour.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; use more or less oil to reach about 1/4 inch in depth.

Step 3

Dredge tomato slices first in egg mixture, then in cornmeal mixture. Carefully place slices in hot oil and cook until browned on both sides.