Best 8 Cornmeal Fried Green Tomatoes Recipes

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Cornmeal fried green tomatoes are a Southern classic dish enjoyed by many. This crispy and flavorful dish is made with unripe green tomatoes, coated in a savory cornmeal batter, and fried until golden brown. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, finding the best recipe for cornmeal fried green tomatoes can be a daunting task. This article aims to guide you through the process of selecting the perfect recipe, considering factors such as ingredients, cooking techniques, and personal preferences. We will explore different recipes, providing insights into their unique flavors, textures, and cooking methods. By the end of this article, you will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to choose the best recipe for your perfect cornmeal fried green tomatoes.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SOUTHERN FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Simple recipe for fried green tomatoes, perfect for appetizers or a unique fried green tomato B.L.T.!

Provided by Ali

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

waxed paper
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds green tomatoes, sliced
1 cup canola oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Beat eggs and water in a shallow bowl. Place flour and cornmeal in 2 separate shallow bowls. Season cornmeal with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each tomato slice into flour, then dip into egg mixture. Press tomato into cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess. Transfer tomato to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tomato slices, arranging tomatoes in a single layer.
  • Heat about 1/4 inch canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until oil begins to shimmer. Fry tomatoes in batches until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towel-lined plates. Repeat with remaining tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 73.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (CORNMEAL)



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A Southern favorite, cornmeal-crusted fried green tomatoes are perfect for a light lunch or as a side to a home-cooked dinner.

Provided by Kristen Winston

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large green tomatoes
1 ½ cups buttermilk
2 cups fine cornmeal
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut off ends of the tomatoes and slice each tomato into about three 1/2-inch pieces. Put tomato slices in a large bowl. Add buttermilk and turn to coat each slice. Marinate for 5 minutes.. Place a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to come two-thirds up the side of the pan, and heat oil to 325 degrees. In a wide bowl, mix cornmeal, salt and pepper. Working in batches, remove tomatoes from buttermilk, shaking off excess and dip in cornmeal to coat each side. Shake off the excess cornmeal.. Slip the slices into the oil in a single layer and fry until golden brown – about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

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CORNMEAL FRIED TOMATOES



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Rescue end-of-season, unripe tomatoes to make pickles, green-tomato pie, and, best of all, fried tomatoes with a dusting of cornmeal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large or 3 small tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
Olive oil
Cornmeal
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch slices. Dredge in cornmeal, coating well on both sides. Fry in olive oil until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and serve immediately.

CORNMEAL FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 4

Olive oil
2 large or 3 small green tomatoes
Yellow cornmeal, for dredging
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a small amount of oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch slices. Dredge in cornmeal, coating well on both sides. Fry in the hot olive oil until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

GRANNY'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Make and share this Granny's Fried Green Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium green tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes 1/4 inch thick.
  • Sprinkle with salt and lemon pepper.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cornmeal and flour well.
  • Coat tomato slices with cornmeal mixture.
  • Heat oil over medium heat.
  • Fry tomatoes for 4 minutes per side, until tender and golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES WITHOUT CORNMEAL



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A simple, easy, and healthy way to use up your green tomatoes at the end of summer without using any cornmeal.

Provided by Penelope M

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chopped green tomatoes, or more to taste
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup bread crumbs
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon mustard powder
5 tablespoons mild oil, such as canola
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
  • Combine tomatoes and egg in a medium bowl; stir until tomatoes are thoroughly coated with egg.
  • Mix together bread crumbs, garlic powder, fennel seeds, mustard powder, and salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture onto tomatoes and stir to coat. Pour tomatoes into the hot oil and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 517.3 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES(COOK'S COUNTRY)



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You'll need 4 to 5 green tomatoes. We recommend finely ground Quaker cornmeal for this recipe.

Provided by Coppercloud

Categories     Vegetable

Time 36m

Yield 20-25 tomato slices, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs green tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
2/3 cup cornmeal
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2/3 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 cups peanut oil or 2 cups vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes on paper towel-lined rimmed baking sheet. Cover with more paper towels, let sit for 20 minutes, and pat dry. Meanwhile, process 1/3 cup cornmeal in blender until very finely ground, about 1 minute. Combine processed cornmeal, remaining 1/3 cup cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne in shallow dish. Whisk buttermilk and egg together in second shallow dish.
  • Working one at a time, dip tomato slices in buttermilk mixture, then dredge in cornmeal mixture, pressing firmly to adhere; transfer to clean baking sheet.
  • Heat oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until 350 degrees. Fry 4 tomato slices until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on wire rack set in baking sheet. Bring oil back to 350 degrees and repeat with remaining tomato slices. Serve.
  • **TIP: To keep the tomatoes from weeping as they fry (which will loosen the coating), let them sit between paper towels for 20 minutes and then press dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1140.5, Fat 110.7, SaturatedFat 19, Cholesterol 48.1, Sodium 962.2, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 9, Protein 7.7

QUICK FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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"My grandmother came up with her own version of fried green tomatoes years ago. Our family loves it," says Melanie Chism of Coker, Alabama. "It's a traditional taste of the South that anyone anywhere can enjoy!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium green tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
3/4 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes 1/4 in. thick. Sprinkle both sides with salt and lemon-pepper. Let stand for 20-25 minutes. Coat with cornmeal. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Fry tomatoes for 3-4 minutes on each side or until tender and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

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Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe green tomatoes for frying. Avoid tomatoes that are too soft or have blemishes.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • Dredge the tomato slices in a mixture of cornmeal, flour, and spices.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the tomato slices in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Serve the fried green tomatoes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cornmeal-fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a crispy, flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. Serve them as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course. No matter how you choose to enjoy them, cornmeal-fried green tomatoes are sure to be a hit!

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