Description
Learn how to make delicious Fried Red Tomatoes with this easy recipe that yields crispy, golden slices perfect as an appetizer or side dish. These Southern-style fried tomatoes are savory and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomatoes:
- 4 medium ripe red tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Egg Wash:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
Cornmeal Mixture:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Others:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes: Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch rounds and place on paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
- Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Make the egg wash: In another dish, whisk eggs with milk.
- Create the cornmeal mixture: In a third dish, mix cornmeal, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Coat the tomatoes: Dredge each tomato slice in flour, dip in the egg wash, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
- Fry the tomatoes: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, fry tomato slices until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Drain and serve: Remove fried tomatoes and drain on paper towels before serving warm.
Notes
- For a spicier twist, add extra cayenne or hot sauce to the egg mixture.
- Pair these fried tomatoes with a creamy dip like ranch or remoulade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 slices
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
