Best 7 Grannys Fried Green Tomatoes Recipes

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**Introducing Granny's Fried Green Tomatoes: A Culinary Delight with a Southern Charm.**

In the realm of Southern cuisine, few dishes evoke as much nostalgia and comfort as Granny's fried green tomatoes. This classic dish, with its crispy coating and tangy, slightly tart flavor, has been passed down through generations, becoming a staple on dinner tables and a favorite at summer gatherings. Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a main course, fried green tomatoes offer a unique culinary experience that is both satisfying and unforgettable.

This article presents a collection of Granny's fried green tomato recipes, each with its own unique twist on this beloved Southern tradition. From classic Southern-style fried green tomatoes, coated in a golden-brown cornmeal crust, to more adventurous variations featuring panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, or even a spicy kick, these recipes cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find a recipe here that will guide you in creating this delectable dish.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your skillet, and embark on a culinary journey to savor the flavors of Granny's fried green tomatoes. Let the aroma of sizzling tomatoes fill your kitchen as you create a dish that is not only delicious but also carries with it a sense of history and tradition.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTHERN FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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DEEP SOUTH fried green tomatoes! Made with buttermilk, cornmeal, seasonings and fried to perfection!

Provided by Divas Can Cook

Time 24m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium-sized green tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup all-purpose flour (I sometimes add a bit of dried basil, salt & garlic powder to this)
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs (I love using panko or crushed croutons)
1 ¼ cup yellow cornmeal

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes into 1/4- 1/2 inch slices.
  • Place tomatoes on several layers of paper towels.
  • Mix together salt, sugar, black pepper & basil in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle tomatoes generously with spice mixture ( may not need all of it) and let sit for about 10-15 minutes to allow the extra tomato juices to drain out.
  • Meanwhile, prepare your dipping station! In one bowl, add the flour.
  • In another bowl mix together the buttermilk and egg.
  • In the last bowl, mix together the bread crumbs and yellow cornmeal.
  • Start by dipping the tomato slices into the flour on both sides and shaking off the excess flour. (be sure to get the sides as well)
  • Lay the slices into the egg mixture until both sides are coated with the mixture and flour no longer shows.
  • Place the tomato slices into the breadcrumb mixture and press to coat both sides evenly.
  • Let tomatoes sit for about 5 minutes to allow the coating to set.
  • Heat oil in a skillet until hot. (Do a test with a bread crumb first to make sure the oil is at the right temperature. The breadcrumb should begin to fry evenly immediately when placed in the oil.)
  • Place tomatoes into the skillet, without crowding the pan.
  • Fry each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  • Place on a cooling rack with paper towels below to absorb the excess oil that drips off.
  • Serve hot.

GRANNY'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Make and share this Granny's Fried Green Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium green tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes 1/4 inch thick.
  • Sprinkle with salt and lemon pepper.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cornmeal and flour well.
  • Coat tomato slices with cornmeal mixture.
  • Heat oil over medium heat.
  • Fry tomatoes for 4 minutes per side, until tender and golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Slice 2 green tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Whisk 1/3 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder and cayenne in a dish. Whisk 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon milk in another dish. Put 1 1/2 cups panko in a third dish. Dredge each tomato slice in the flour, then egg, then panko. Fry in 1/2 inch 350 degrees F vegetable oil, turning, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with ranch dressing.

BEST FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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You can also fry up red tomatoes with this recipe but make sure they are not over ripe or they will be mushy. Serve these tomatoes outside with a glass of iced tea one summer night and enjoy the sunset with someone you love.

Provided by Diana Swenson-Siegel

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large green tomatoes
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cornmeal
½ cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes 1/2 inch thick. Discard the ends.
  • Whisk eggs and milk together in a medium-size bowl. Scoop flour onto a plate. Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs and salt and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip the tomatoes into milk and egg mixture. Dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat.
  • In a large skillet, pour vegetable oil (enough so that there is 1/2 inch of oil in the pan) and heat over a medium heat. Place tomatoes into the frying pan in batches of 4 or 5, depending on the size of your skillet. Do not crowd the tomatoes, they should not touch each other. When the tomatoes are browned, flip and fry them on the other side. Drain them on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 95.4 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1136 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (AUTHENTIC)



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These are the Fried Green Tomatoes right from the motion picture, "Fried Green Tomatoes At The Whistle Stop Cafe". They are ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!!

Provided by Alan Leonetti

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 green tomatoes
5 cups canola oil or 6 cups vegetable oil
1 cup bacon drippings
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • While preparing the dipping process for the tomatoes, heat oil and bacon drippings in a large pot over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees.
  • You will need a slotted spoon to drop the tomatoes into the hot oil.
  • De-core and cut the ends off the green tomatoes.
  • Slice tomatoes into 1/2 inch thickness and set aside in a medium-sized bowl.
  • In a small bowl, set aside only 1 1/2 cups of the flour.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the milk and eggs to create an egg wash.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining flour, cornmeal and salt.
  • Add celery salt, pepper, onion powder and paprika.
  • This is the cornmeal breading mixture for the tomatoes.
  • Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to place the breaded tomatoes on after the final dredging.
  • Begin the dipping process by dredging the tomatoes in the flour, then the egg wash, and finally through the cornmeal breading mixture.
  • Repeat this process until all the tomatoes are breaded.
  • Once the oil has reached 350 degrees, begin frying the tomatoes until golden brown on both sides.
  • The tomatoes will float to the top when finished cooking.
  • Drain on paper towels.

EASY SOUTHERN FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Simple recipe for fried green tomatoes, perfect for appetizers or a unique fried green tomato B.L.T.!

Provided by Ali

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

waxed paper
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds green tomatoes, sliced
1 cup canola oil for frying, or as needed

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Beat eggs and water in a shallow bowl. Place flour and cornmeal in 2 separate shallow bowls. Season cornmeal with salt and pepper.
  • Dip each tomato slice into flour, then dip into egg mixture. Press tomato into cornmeal mixture, shaking off excess. Transfer tomato to prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining tomato slices, arranging tomatoes in a single layer.
  • Heat about 1/4 inch canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat until oil begins to shimmer. Fry tomatoes in batches until golden and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towel-lined plates. Repeat with remaining tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 73.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

OLD-FASHIONED FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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When I was growing up, these were a summertime favorite with my family. Back then, we just dipped the tomato slices in flour and fried them in butter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 to 4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, cheese, oregano, salt and pepper. Coat tomato slices with flour mixture. , In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Fry tomatoes for 2-3 minutes on each side until tender and lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

- To select the best green tomatoes for frying, choose firm, unblemished tomatoes that are about 2-3 inches in diameter. - For a crispier coating, use a breading made with panko breadcrumbs or cornmeal. - To prevent the tomatoes from sticking to the pan, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding them. - Fry the tomatoes in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking. - Drain the tomatoes on paper towels to remove excess oil. - Serve the tomatoes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or ketchup.

Conclusion:

Granny's fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. With their crispy coating and tangy flavor, these tomatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you have a few green tomatoes on hand, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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