Fried Green Tomatoes

Step 1

Place one tablespoon of the flour into a medium shallow bowl. Add the buttermilk, beaten eggs, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 2

Stir together until smooth, set aside.

Step 3

In another medium shallow bowl add the remaining flour and cornmeal, stir together.

Step 4

Slice the tomatoes into ¼ inch slices, you will get 4 slices. Discard the stem portion.

Step 5

Add peanut oil to a large skillet, I like to use cast iron. Add enough oil to go ¼ inch up the side of the pan.

Step 6

Heat oil over medium heat to 350°F. I like to use a candy thermometer to make sure the oil stays at the right temperature.

Step 7

Place a tomato slice into the buttermilk mixture.

Step 8

Then coat it in the flour mixture, letting the excess flour shake off.

Step 9

Place the tomato into the hot pan and let it fry for about 2 ½ minutes per side or to your desired browning.

Step 10

Take out of the skillet and place it on a paper-towel-lined plate to soak up any excess oil. Immediately transfer it to a wire rack that is sitting on top of a sheet tray so they don’t get soggy. Repeat with the remaining tomato slices.

Step 11

Serve with ranch dressing or hot sauce.