Best 4 Chef Johns Fried Green Tomatoes Recipes

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Crispy on the outside and tender-juicy on the inside, fried green tomatoes are a classic Southern dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. If you're looking for the best recipe for chef John's fried green tomatoes, you've come to the right place! This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable dish, using only the freshest ingredients and a few simple techniques. From selecting the perfect green tomatoes to preparing the breading and frying them to perfection, this comprehensive guide will help you create a plate of fried green tomatoes that will leave your taste buds tantalized and craving more.

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CHEF JOHN'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Fried green tomatoes are a southern American classic. Such an easy recipe! Serve with a little dollop of spicy remoulade sauce (which is Southern for tartar sauce). Oh yeah.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (1/2 inch) slices green tomato
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup cornmeal
¾ cup bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place tomato slices onto a rack over a paper towel. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and let slices stand for 15 minutes for the salt to draw out extra juices.
  • Mix cornmeal and bread crumbs together in a bowl; stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. Beat eggs with milk in a separate bowl. Place flour into a third bowl.
  • Pat tomato slices dry with paper towels. Lay slices, one at a time, into flour; flip to coat both sides and let slices rest in the flour for about 30 seconds. Remove each slice and dip in egg mixture, then into cornmeal mixture, coating both sides of each slice thoroughly. Spread crumbs onto all sides and into tomato crevices with a fork. Rest tomatoes on rack for 10 minutes to let coating set.
  • Combine sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and hot sauce in a small bowl to make the remoulade sauce.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; heat vegetable oil with butter until butter melts, bubbles, and makes a sizzling sound. Fry tomatoes in the hot butter-oil mixture until tomato slices are slightly soft and coating is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Use a spatula and a fork to flip.
  • Transfer fried green tomatoes to a serving platter and serve with remoulade sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 103.9 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1248.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Patrick and Gina Neely's Fried Green Tomatoes from Food Network go best with a tangy buttermilk sauce.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Oil
4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch rings
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
Pinch cayenne pepper
Pinch paprika
Buttermilk Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Neelys BBQ sauce
1 lime, juiced
4 scallions, sliced thin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a deep-fryer, preheat oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Season tomatoes, on both sides, with salt and pepper. Place flour and garlic powder in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, beat eggs with the milk. In another dish, mix bread crumbs with cayenne and paprika. Dredge tomatoes through the flour, then the eggs, and then through the bread crumbs. Add only a few pieces to the fryer at a time, so they can cook evenly, about 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce:
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple cider and brown sugar. Allow to reduce until thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, add buttermilk, mayonnaise, BBQ sauce and lime juice and whisk well. Add in the scallions and the apple cider mixture. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve with Fried Green Tomatoes.

CHEF JOHN'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



Chef John's Fried Green Tomatoes image

Fried green tomatoes are a southern American classic. Such an easy recipe! Serve with a little dollop of spicy remoulade sauce (which is Southern for tartar sauce). Oh yeah.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Fried Green Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (1/2 inch) slices green tomato
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup cornmeal
¾ cup bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place tomato slices onto a rack over a paper towel. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and let slices stand for 15 minutes for the salt to draw out extra juices.
  • Mix cornmeal and bread crumbs together in a bowl; stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. Beat eggs with milk in a separate bowl. Place flour into a third bowl.
  • Pat tomato slices dry with paper towels. Lay slices, one at a time, into flour; flip to coat both sides and let slices rest in the flour for about 30 seconds. Remove each slice and dip in egg mixture, then into cornmeal mixture, coating both sides of each slice thoroughly. Spread crumbs onto all sides and into tomato crevices with a fork. Rest tomatoes on rack for 10 minutes to let coating set.
  • Combine sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and hot sauce in a small bowl to make the remoulade sauce.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; heat vegetable oil with butter until butter melts, bubbles, and makes a sizzling sound. Fry tomatoes in the hot butter-oil mixture until tomato slices are slightly soft and coating is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Use a spatula and a fork to flip.
  • Transfer fried green tomatoes to a serving platter and serve with remoulade sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 103.9 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1248.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

CHEF JOHN'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



Chef John's Fried Green Tomatoes image

Fried green tomatoes are a southern American classic. Such an easy recipe! Serve with a little dollop of spicy remoulade sauce (which is Southern for tartar sauce). Oh yeah.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Fried Green Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (1/2 inch) slices green tomato
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup cornmeal
¾ cup bread crumbs
½ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place tomato slices onto a rack over a paper towel. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and let slices stand for 15 minutes for the salt to draw out extra juices.
  • Mix cornmeal and bread crumbs together in a bowl; stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. Beat eggs with milk in a separate bowl. Place flour into a third bowl.
  • Pat tomato slices dry with paper towels. Lay slices, one at a time, into flour; flip to coat both sides and let slices rest in the flour for about 30 seconds. Remove each slice and dip in egg mixture, then into cornmeal mixture, coating both sides of each slice thoroughly. Spread crumbs onto all sides and into tomato crevices with a fork. Rest tomatoes on rack for 10 minutes to let coating set.
  • Combine sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and hot sauce in a small bowl to make the remoulade sauce.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; heat vegetable oil with butter until butter melts, bubbles, and makes a sizzling sound. Fry tomatoes in the hot butter-oil mixture until tomato slices are slightly soft and coating is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Use a spatula and a fork to flip.
  • Transfer fried green tomatoes to a serving platter and serve with remoulade sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 103.9 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1248.2 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe green tomatoes. Avoid tomatoes that are too soft or have blemishes.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • Dredge the tomato slices in flour, then in beaten eggs, and then in bread crumbs.
  • Fry the tomato slices in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the fried green tomatoes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for something new to try, give fried green tomatoes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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