Best 11 Fried Green Tomatoestennessee Style Recipes

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Welcome to a culinary journey that showcases the delectable flavors of the Southern United States, where fried green tomatoes take center stage. This iconic dish embodies the quintessential contrast of crispy exteriors and tender, juicy interiors, tantalizing taste buds with each bite. Discover the authentic Tennessee-style recipe that has captivated hearts and taste buds for generations, providing a glimpse into the rich culinary heritage of this vibrant region. Indulge in the perfect balance of tangy tomatoes, savory breading, and flavorful seasonings, offering a delightful symphony of textures and flavors.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BEST FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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You can also fry up red tomatoes with this recipe but make sure they are not over ripe or they will be mushy. Serve these tomatoes outside with a glass of iced tea one summer night and enjoy the sunset with someone you love.

Provided by Diana Swenson-Siegel

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large green tomatoes
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
½ cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Discard the ends.
  • Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium-size bowl. Scoop flour onto a plate. Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs and salt and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip the tomatoes into milk and egg mixture. Dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat.
  • In a large skillet, pour vegetable oil (enough so that there is 1/2 inch of oil in the pan) and heat over a medium heat. Place tomatoes into the frying pan in batches of 4 or 5, depending on the size of your skillet. Do not crowd the tomatoes, they should not touch each other. When the tomatoes are browned, flip and fry them on the other side. Drain them on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 95.4 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1136 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

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

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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

SOUTHERN FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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This is a recipe that I like.

Provided by JESS1199

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 17m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together egg and milk. In another small bowl mix cornmeal and flour.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; use more or less oil to reach about 1/4 inch in depth.
  • Dredge tomato slices first in egg mixture, then in cornmeal mixture. Carefully place slices in hot oil and cook until browned on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 299.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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These wonderful country-fried green tomatoes make a great side dish for summer!

Provided by BETHZUKE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
5 green tomatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the flour, salt and pepper. Place the crushed saltine crackers in another bowl, and the beaten eggs in a third bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip each tomato slice in the egg to coat, then in the flour mixture. Dip the floured tomato slice back into the egg, and then into the cracker crumbs. Place the coated tomato slices in the hot skillet, and fry until golden brown on each side, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add more butter to the pan, if necessary. Serve hot!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 658.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

PERFECT FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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I have been making fried green tomatoes for over 35 years, taught by my grandmother who is from down south. Over the years I have tried and made fried green tomato recipes and this is the one that is perfect. Cajun ranch sauce goes perfect with this crispy on the outside but smooth and creamy on the inside tomato.

Provided by Crystal Bodyroc McGlown

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups canola oil, or as needed
½ cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Season tomato slices with salt and pepper.
  • Combine flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl. Pour buttermilk in a second shallow bowl. Mix cornmeal, parsley, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and cayenne pepper in a third shallow bowl.
  • Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture to coat, dip into the buttermilk, and finish by pressing each side of the tomato into the cornmeal mixture to coat. Lay coated tomato slices onto a baking sheet; rest to let tomatoes absorb flavor of coating, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Gently drop tomato slices into the hot oil and cook until golden brown and floating, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towel.
  • Whisk ranch dressing, cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce together in a small bowl; serve with the fried tomato slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1876.6 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES WITH COMEBACK SAUCE



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Green tomatoes come in season once a year and there are so many great things about them. They're firm, crispy and perfect when soaked in brine. They have great flavor and when you fry them, you end up with this crispy, fresh, slightly oily flavor that is amazing with the famous comeback sauce.

Provided by Food Network

Time 4h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices
Grapeseed oil, for frying
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • For the comeback sauce: Stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, lemon juice, mustard, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 2 days.
  • For the fried green tomatoes: Whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a medium shallow bowl. Gently add the tomato slices, cover and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours.
  • Bring the tomatoes to room temperature. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add 1/4 inch of oil and heat until shimmering. Line a cooling rack with paper towels.
  • Whisk together the cornmeal, flour, garlic, paprika, parsley, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl.
  • Shake any extra moisture from the tomatoes, then place in the cornmeal mixture one at a time, gently pressing and flipping once to coat all surfaces. Transfer to a large plate or platter.
  • Fry the tomatoes in batches until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to the prepared cooling rack and sprinkle with salt. Serve immediately with the comeback sauce on the side.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES, TENNESSEE STYLE



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Since I'm from Tennessee and since I love green tomatoes that's how the recipe got it's name. If you want to change the amounts of the seasonings, go right ahead. When turning over, use a pancake turner so coating won't come off. Submitted to "ZAAR" on August 5th, 2007.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 slices, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large green tomato, sliced into 6 slices
1/2-3/4 cup buttermilk (if no buttermilk, just use same amount of regular milk with 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice let set fo)
1 egg
1/3 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup self-rising flour
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add tomato slices and coat with buttermilk; chill for 20 minutes.
  • While tomatoes are soaking, mix together coating ingredients in another medium size bowl.
  • Remove tomatoes from buttermilk--do not throw away buttermilk.
  • Coat each tomato slice in coating mixture; set aside.
  • Now in remaining buttermilk mixture add egg; beat well.
  • Return each coated tomato to buttermilk, making sure each side is well coated.
  • Return to coating mix one more time coating both sides.
  • In a medium size skillet over medium high, heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil till hot but not smoking.
  • Fry on both sides until coating is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 95.5, Sodium 516.2, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 7, Protein 11.2

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (AUTHENTIC)



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These are the Fried Green Tomatoes right from the motion picture, "Fried Green Tomatoes At The Whistle Stop Cafe". They are ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 green tomatoes
5 cups canola oil or 6 cups vegetable oil
1 cup bacon drippings
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • While preparing the dipping process for the tomatoes, heat oil and bacon drippings in a large pot over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees.
  • You will need a slotted spoon to drop the tomatoes into the hot oil.
  • De-core and cut the ends off the green tomatoes.
  • Slice tomatoes into 1/2 inch thickness and set aside in a medium-sized bowl.
  • In a small bowl, set aside only 1 1/2 cups of the flour.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the milk and eggs to create an egg wash.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining flour, cornmeal and salt.
  • Add celery salt, pepper, onion powder and paprika.
  • This is the cornmeal breading mixture for the tomatoes.
  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to place the breaded tomatoes on after the final dredging.
  • Begin the dipping process by dredging the tomatoes in the flour, then the egg wash, and finally through the cornmeal breading mixture.
  • Repeat this process until all the tomatoes are breaded.
  • Once the oil has reached 350 degrees, begin frying the tomatoes until golden brown on both sides.
  • The tomatoes will float to the top when finished cooking.
  • Drain on paper towels.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES,TENNESSEE STYLE



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Since I'm from Tennessee and since I love green tomatoes that's how the recipe got it's name. If you want to change the amounts of the seasonings, go right ahead. When turning over, use a pancake turner so coating won't come off. Submitted to "ZAAR" on August 5th, 2007.I also wanted to submit it here on June 2nd.2011

Provided by Rose Daly @shapeweaver

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 - large green tomato,sliced into 6 even slices
1/2 to 3/4 cup(s) of buttermilk,( if you don't have buttermilk,just add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to the same amount of milk and let sit for 5 minutes
1 - large egg
COATING MIX
1/3 cup(s) yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup(s) all purpose flour( can also use sel-rising
1/2 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon(s) paprika

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add tomato slices and coat with buttermilk; chill for 20 minutes.
  • While tomatoes are soaking, mix together coating ingredients in another medium size bowl.
  • Remove tomatoes from buttermilk--do not throw away buttermilk.
  • Coat each tomato slice in coating mixture; set aside.
  • Now in remaining buttermilk mixture add egg; beat well,then return each coated tomato to buttermilk, making sure each side is well coated.
  • Return to coating mix one more time coating both sides.
  • In a medium size skillet over medium high, heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil till hot but not smoking, fry on both sides until coating is golden brown.

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.

Nutrition Facts :

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup sliced onion
4 medium green tomatoes
2/3 cup milk
2/3 cup flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat one tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet. Add the onions and saute over medium heat until they are golden brown and beginning to crisp. Remove the onions from the skillet and drain on absorbent paper.
  • Slice tomatoes horizontally one-half-inch thick. Dip slices in milk, then coat with flour.
  • Heat remaining oil in the skillet, add the tomato slices and saute until golden brown on one side. Turn and saute until golden on the other side, drain briefly, season to taste with salt and pepper then serve sprinkled with fried onions.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

  • Choose firm, green tomatoes that are about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices.
  • Dredge the tomato slices in flour, then in beaten eggs, and then in a mixture of bread crumbs, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
  • Fry the tomato slices in hot oil until they are golden brown on both sides.
  • Serve the fried green tomatoes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • If you don't have time to make your own bread crumbs, you can use store-bought bread crumbs.
  • You can also use a different type of coating, such as panko bread crumbs or crushed crackers.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the tomato slices. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the tomato slices will not cook evenly.
  • If you are using a cast iron skillet, be sure to preheat it over medium heat for at least 5 minutes before adding the oil.
  • Serve the fried green tomatoes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern dish. They are perfect for a summer meal, and they can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. With a crispy coating and a tangy flavor, fried green tomatoes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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