RITZ-Y FRIED GREEN TOMATOES
From "I'm Just Here For the Food" by Alton Brown. This is one of those trapping-heavy recipes; you'll need three dishes for the dredging ingredients, a rack for draining, and a good set of tongs for flipping the tomatoes in the hot oil. To me, the only way to cook fried green tomatoes is in a cast-iron skillet -- but I'm Southern. ;) The oil temperature is what's written in the recipe - I use a small piece of bread dipped in the egg mixture as a guide; if it sizzles enthusiastically, the oil's ready to go. Prep and cook times are approximate.
Provided by GoKittenGo
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 side servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds, spread them out on a layer of paper towels, and top with another layer of paper towels to drain. Allow the tomatoes to rest/drain for about fifteen minutes.
- Mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
- In a separate container, beat the eggs until slightly fluffy.
- Place the cracker crumbs in another container.
- Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil to 350 degrees Farenheit.
- Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper, dredge in the flour mixture, dip in the egg, then press into the cracker crumbs to coat.
- With tongs, working in small batches, gently place them in the oil and cook until crisp and brown on one side, then turn and brown the other side.
- Transfer to a rack as they are done.
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Tommy Beech
[email protected]I've never been a fan of fried green tomatoes, but I decided to try this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised! The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Katy Gauthier
[email protected]I made these fried green tomatoes for dinner and my family loved them! The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Donald Dewille
[email protected]These fried green tomatoes were delicious! The Ritz cracker crust added a nice crunch and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Wane Sinkamba
[email protected]I tried these fried green tomatoes and I was really impressed! The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Lisakhanya Gumede
[email protected]I thought these fried green tomatoes were just okay. The Ritz cracker crust was a bit too thick for my taste and the tomatoes were a bit undercooked.
Brian Keith
[email protected]These fried green tomatoes were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would try using less oil next time.
Moonlight Princess
[email protected]I've made fried green tomatoes before, but this recipe is the best one I've tried. The Ritz cracker crust is a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Huda Junaid
[email protected]These fried green tomatoes were really good! The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly.
sarah ahmed
[email protected]I made these fried green tomatoes for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Tay McDaniel
[email protected]These fried green tomatoes were delicious! The Ritz cracker crust was a nice touch and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
khama _snr
[email protected]I've never had fried green tomatoes before, but these were amazing! The Ritz cracker crust was a great idea and the tomatoes were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.
Akondo Channel
[email protected]These fried green tomatoes were a hit! The Ritz cracker crust added a delicious crunch and the tomatoes were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.