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fried green tomatoes recipe

Crispy Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

Crispy Southern fried green tomatoes with a tangy interior and a secret Dijon-Worcestershire spice blend.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 green tomatoes chilled
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup hot bacon drippings

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Slice the chilled green tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, paprika, ground red pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Spread the mustard mixture evenly on both sides of each tomato slice.
  4. Dredge the coated slices in yellow cornmeal, pressing gently to ensure adherence.
  5. Heat bacon drippings in a skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  6. Carefully place tomato slices in the hot drippings and fry for 3 minutes per side until golden-brown.
  7. Transfer to paper towels to drain and serve warm with ranch or rémoulade sauce.

Notes

Chill the green tomatoes before slicing to ensure they hold their shape during frying.