Best 9 Ina Garten Fried Green Tomatoes Recipes

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Summer is the perfect time to indulge in the delightful flavors of fried green tomatoes. Originating from the Southern United States, these delectable treats are made with unripe tomatoes that are coated in a flavorful breading and fried until golden brown. Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course, fried green tomatoes are a crowd-pleaser that offers a unique and satisfying culinary experience. From traditional Southern recipes to innovative modern variations, there is a wide range of recipes available to suit every taste and preference. So, let's embark on a journey to discover the best ways to cook Ina Garten fried green tomatoes, promising a taste of summer's bounty in every bite.

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PROVENCAL TOMATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ripe tomatoes (2 1/2 to 3-inches in diameter)
1 1/2 cups fresh white bread crumbs (5 slices, crusts removed)
1/4 cup minced scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
Good olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the cores from the tomatoes, removing as little as possible. Cut them in half crosswise and, with your fingers, remove the seeds and juice. Place the tomato halves in a baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, scallions, basil, parsley, garlic, thyme, and 1 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle the tomato halves generously with salt and pepper. With your hands, fill the cavities and cover the tops of the tomatoes with the bread crumb mixture. Bake the tomatoes for 15 minutes, or until they're tender. Sprinkle with the cheese, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 30 seconds more. Serve hot or at room temperature.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Pinch cayenne
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 large unripe tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices, ends removed
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Hot pepper sauce, for serving
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and cayenne together. Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper. Dip the tomatoes in the buttermilk and then dredge them in the cornmeal mixture, coating both sides well.
  • Place a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and coat with the oil. When the oil is hot, pan-fry the tomatoes (in batches if necessary) until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Carefully remove the tomatoes and drain on paper towels. Serve with hot pepper sauce and lemon.

BAKED FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 cup buttermilk
3 large unripe (green) tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Nonstick cooking spray, for the tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
Fine sea salt
1 large egg yolk (from a pasteurized egg)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup neutral oil, such as canola
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • In a large flat bowl or pie plate, whisk together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning. Put the breadcrumbs into a second pie plate and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Pour the buttermilk into a third pie plate. Pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel. Dredge them first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then in the buttermilk, and then finally in the panko, patting to coat completely. Place onto the lined sheet pans, spaced about 1 inch apart. Spray the tops lightly with nonstick spray.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, then flip the tomatoes, spray the tops lightly with nonstick spray, rotate the pans and bake until golden brown, an additional 15 minutes.
  • For the Cajun-spiced aioli: Meanwhile, sprinkle the minced garlic with salt and use the back of a knife to press it into a paste. Add the garlic and egg yolk to a stainless steel bowl along with the lemon juice and Dijon mustard; whisk to combine. Combine the oils in a container with a spout that will allow for easy controlled pouring. While whisking constantly, slowly add the oil in a slow steady stream (see Cook's Note). Stir in the Cajun seasoning and add salt to taste.
  • Serve the tomatoes on a platter with a bowl of the Cajun-spiced aioli.

ROASTED TOMATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 33m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise, cores and seeds removed
4 tablespoons good olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut sides up, in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle the garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the tomatoes are concentrated and beginning to caramelize. Serve warm or at room temperature.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Slice 2 green tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Whisk 1/3 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder and cayenne in a dish. Whisk 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon milk in another dish. Put 1 1/2 cups panko in a third dish. Dredge each tomato slice in the flour, then egg, then panko. Fry in 1/2 inch 350 degrees F vegetable oil, turning, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with ranch dressing.

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

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

BAREFOOT CONTESSA'S PROVENCAL TOMATOES



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From Barefoot Contessa Family Style Cookbook. Ina says this recipe was inspired by Julia Child. Note: Do not use packaged bread crumbs; you must use fresh bread crumbs!

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 ripe tomatoes (2 1/2 to 3-inches in diameter)
1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs (5 slices, crusts removed)
1/4 cup minced scallion, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaf
2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated gruyere cheese
olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the cores from the tomatoes, removing as little as possible.
  • Cut them in half crosswise and, with your fingers, remove the seeds and juice.
  • Place the tomato halves in a baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, scallions, basil, parsley, garlic, thyme, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Sprinkle the tomato halves generously with salt and pepper.
  • With your hands, fill the cavities and cover the tops of the tomatoes with the bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake the tomatoes for 15 minutes, or until they're tender.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 30 seconds more.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.7, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 7.4, Sodium 85.9, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3.6

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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I came up with this recipe on my own while trying to make the perfect fried green tomato...It's absolutely fantastic! Don't skip the step of drying!

Provided by Linzi Jordan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 21 slices, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 green tomatoes
2 cups flour
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • First, cut your tomatoes at 1/8 inch and lay out to dry -- I lay down paper towel and then place tomatoes on a cooling rack and then layer more paper towels on top. THIS STEP IS VERY IMPORTANT!
  • While tomatoes are drying, mix together flour, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and cayenne pepper.
  • Dip tomatoes slices into egg and milk mixture and then coat with flour and seasoning mixture.
  • Place in a hot skillet with oil and fry for about 3 minutes on both sides or until browned.
  • I usually place them back on the cooling rack so they don't get soggy when they are finished.
  • Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 63.4, Sodium 38, Carbohydrate 37.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 7.7

Tips:

  • Use firm, unripe green tomatoes for frying. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Dredge the tomato slices in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs. This will help them to brown and crispy.
  • Fry the tomato slices in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, or the tomatoes will not cook evenly.
  • 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. They are perfect for summer gatherings, when fresh tomatoes are in season. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love.

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