Chef John’s Fried Green Tomatoes

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 8
Chef John's Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade Sauce
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices green tomato
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cornmeal
3/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper , or to taste
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
Quick Remoulade Sauce :
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons hot sauce , or to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
380
Sugar
2g
Fat
24g
Fried green tomatoes are a popular Southern dish that originated from the need to use up unripe tomatoes before they spoiled. The bright green tomatoes are coated in a mixture of cornmeal and bread crumbs before being fried to a crispy golden brown. When done right, fried green tomatoes are crunchy on the outside and tangy and slightly sweet on the inside. They can be enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ranch or remoulade sauce.

Instructions

1.Season tomato slices with 1 teaspoon salt and set aside for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
2.Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a shallow dish.
3.Beat eggs and milk together in a bowl.
4.Place flour in a separate shallow bowl.
5.Dredge tomato slices in flour until lightly coated, shaking off any excess.
6.Dip floured tomato slices into egg mixture, letting excess drip off.
7.Press slices into cornmeal mixture until evenly coated on all sides.
8.Heat vegetable oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
9.Fry tomato slices until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side.
10.Drain fried tomato slices on a paper towel-lined plate.
11.Mix sweet pickle relish, mayonnaise, and hot sauce together in a small bowl to make quick remoulade sauce.
12.Serve fried green tomatoes with remoulade sauce.

PROS

Chef John’s Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade Sauce are a Southern classic and make a delicious appetizer or side dish.

The crispy coating and tangy remoulade sauce provide a satisfying crunch and burst of flavor.

CONS

Fried green tomatoes are high in calories and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

Additionally, the recipe calls for frying the tomatoes, which can lead to the formation of potentially harmful compounds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite their being fried, green tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C.
The recipe calls for using cornmeal and bread crumbs to create a crispy coating, which makes it gluten-free.
Consuming small amounts of cayenne pepper may help boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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