Ingredients:
- 4 large green tomatoes, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tomatoes:
- Slice green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
- Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
- Create the Breading Station:
- In one shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together buttermilk.
- In a third shallow dish, combine cornmeal, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Bread the Tomatoes:
- Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture, then dip into the buttermilk, and finally coat with the cornmeal mixture.
- Fry the Tomatoes:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the breaded tomato slices to the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain and Serve:
- Remove the fried green tomatoes from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or marinara sauce.
Enjoy your crispy and delicious fried green tomatoes!