Fried Green Tomatoes
- 25 min
- Serves 4
- 6 ingredients
15 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. Crispy fried green tomatoes are a Southern‑style snack that turns tart, unripe fruit into a golden, crunchy bite. The seasoned flour, panko, and parmesan coating gives them a satisfying texture, while the quick pan‑fry keeps them light and flavorful.
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Method
Drain the canned green tomatoes (or slice fresh tomatoes) and soak them briefly in cold water.
In a shallow bowl combine the Kentucky Kernel flour, panko bread crumbs, and grated parmesan cheese; mix well.
Heat vegetable oil in a cast‑iron skillet over medium‑high heat until a wooden spoon handle placed in the oil begins to bubble around it, indicating the oil is about a quarter‑inch deep.
Remove each tomato slice from the water, pat dry, and coat thoroughly in the flour‑breadcrumb‑parmesan mixture.
Place the coated tomato slices in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry for about 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, then transfer to a paper‑towel‑lined plate.
Repeat with remaining slices, adjusting heat as needed to maintain a steady fry.
Serve the fried green tomatoes hot, optionally with a horseradish cream sauce.
Tips while you cook
- Dry before coating
- Pat the tomato slices dry after removing them from the water before dredging.
- Check oil temperature
- Heat the oil until a wooden spoon handle placed in it begins to bubble around, indicating proper depth.
- Avoid overcrowding
- Place coated slices in the pan without crowding.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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