Best 9 Ritz Y Fried Green Tomatoes Recipes

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In the realm of Southern cuisine, few dishes hold a place of honor quite like fried green tomatoes. This iconic dish, often served as an appetizer or side, has captivated taste buds for generations with its unique blend of tangy, savory, and crispy flavors. The process begins with selecting firm, unripe green tomatoes, which are then coated in a flavorful breading mixture and fried to perfection. This recipe collection takes the classic fried green tomatoes to new heights, offering a variety of tantalizing variations that will cater to every palate. From the classic Ritz cracker breading to a zesty Parmesan-herb crust, each recipe promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a more adventurous twist, this article has something for every fried green tomato enthusiast. So, prepare to embark on a journey of taste exploration as we delve into the secrets of creating this Southern delicacy.

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FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Patrick and Gina Neely's Fried Green Tomatoes from Food Network go best with a tangy buttermilk sauce.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Oil
4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch rings
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
4 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
Pinch cayenne pepper
Pinch paprika
Buttermilk Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Neelys BBQ sauce
1 lime, juiced
4 scallions, sliced thin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a deep-fryer, preheat oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Season tomatoes, on both sides, with salt and pepper. Place flour and garlic powder in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, beat eggs with the milk. In another dish, mix bread crumbs with cayenne and paprika. Dredge tomatoes through the flour, then the eggs, and then through the bread crumbs. Add only a few pieces to the fryer at a time, so they can cook evenly, about 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve with Buttermilk Dipping Sauce:
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the apple cider and brown sugar. Allow to reduce until thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, add buttermilk, mayonnaise, BBQ sauce and lime juice and whisk well. Add in the scallions and the apple cider mixture. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve with Fried Green Tomatoes.

RITZ-Y FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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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

3 medium green tomatoes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
3 eggs
2 cups fine Ritz cracker crumbs
cayenne pepper, to taste (Mr. Brown recommends a "pinch".)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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.

BAKED FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1 cup buttermilk
3 large unripe (green) tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Nonstick cooking spray, for the tomatoes
1 clove garlic, minced
Fine sea salt
1 large egg yolk (from a pasteurized egg)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup neutral oil, such as canola
1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • In a large flat bowl or pie plate, whisk together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the Cajun seasoning. Put the breadcrumbs into a second pie plate and season with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning. Pour the buttermilk into a third pie plate. Pat the tomato slices dry with a paper towel. Dredge them first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then in the buttermilk, and then finally in the panko, patting to coat completely. Place onto the lined sheet pans, spaced about 1 inch apart. Spray the tops lightly with nonstick spray.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, then flip the tomatoes, spray the tops lightly with nonstick spray, rotate the pans and bake until golden brown, an additional 15 minutes.
  • For the Cajun-spiced aioli: Meanwhile, sprinkle the minced garlic with salt and use the back of a knife to press it into a paste. Add the garlic and egg yolk to a stainless steel bowl along with the lemon juice and Dijon mustard; whisk to combine. Combine the oils in a container with a spout that will allow for easy controlled pouring. While whisking constantly, slowly add the oil in a slow steady stream (see Cook's Note). Stir in the Cajun seasoning and add salt to taste.
  • Serve the tomatoes on a platter with a bowl of the Cajun-spiced aioli.

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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Fried green tomatoes are a classic Southern dish made with sliced unripe green tomatoes. They're a must-have during summer when tomatoes are in season!

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Side Dish     Snack     Green Tomato     Southern     Tomato

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium-sized, firm green tomatoes
Salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (optional)
1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
1 egg
1/3 cup fine white cornmeal (or regular cornmeal, if you can't find it)
1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup peanut oil, canola oil, or olive oil for frying

Steps:

  • Slice and salt green tomatoes: Cut unpeeled tomatoes into 1/2 inch slices. Sprinkle slices with salt. Let tomato slices stand for 5 minutes.
  • Set out shallow bowls with coating ingredients: While the salted green tomato slices are resting, place in three separate, shallow bowls: 1) the flour and Cajun seasoning (if using), 2) buttermilk and egg, and 3) breadcrumbs and cornmeal. Whisk together the egg and buttermilk.
  • Bread the tomato slices: Heat the oil in a skillet on medium heat. Dip the green tomato slices in the flour-seasoning, then the buttermilk-egg mixture, then the cornmeal-breadcrumb mix.
  • Fry the breaded tomatoes: In the skillet, fry half of the coated tomato slices at a time, for 3 to 5 minutes on each side or until brown. Set the cooked tomatoes on paper towels to drain. These fried green tomatoes are fantastic with a little hot sauce or remoulade .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1104 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 17 g, ServingSize Serves 4 as a side dish, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

KAREN'S FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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This recipe comes from my mom and they are, hands down, the best fried green tomatoes. She makes these every summer with fresh tomatoes from her garden. My sister begs her to make them for her as soon as she sees tomatoes growing big and green on the vines. While most recipes call for breadcrumbs and oil, this one calls for flour and has you fry the tomatoes in butter, which helps give these an incredible flavor.

Provided by Brandi Rose

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large green tomatoes, sliced 1/3-inch thick
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup milk
2 eggs
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter

Steps:

  • Season each tomato slice with sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Beat milk and eggs together in a bowl. Pour flour into another bowl.
  • Gently press each tomato slice into flour to coat; shake off the excess flour. Dip tomato slices into egg mixture, then press again into flour. Place breaded tomato slices onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
  • Melt 1/2 cup butter in a large pan over medium heat. Place tomato slices in melted butter and cook until golden brown on one side, 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side until golden brown. Add more butter as need while frying.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 217.5 mg, Fat 49.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 30.4 g, Sodium 677.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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These wonderful country-fried green tomatoes make a great side dish for summer!

Provided by BETHZUKE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
5 green tomatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 cup crushed saltine crackers
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup butter

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the flour, salt and pepper. Place the crushed saltine crackers in another bowl, and the beaten eggs in a third bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip each tomato slice in the egg to coat, then in the flour mixture. Dip the floured tomato slice back into the egg, and then into the cracker crumbs. Place the coated tomato slices in the hot skillet, and fry until golden brown on each side, about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add more butter to the pan, if necessary. Serve hot!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 658.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

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

PERFECT FRIED GREEN TOMATOES



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I have been making fried green tomatoes for over 35 years, taught by my grandmother who is from down south. Over the years I have tried and made fried green tomato recipes and this is the one that is perfect. Cajun ranch sauce goes perfect with this crispy on the outside but smooth and creamy on the inside tomato.

Provided by Crystal Bodyroc McGlown

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes     Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups canola oil, or as needed
½ cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Season tomato slices with salt and pepper.
  • Combine flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper in a shallow bowl. Pour buttermilk in a second shallow bowl. Mix cornmeal, parsley, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and cayenne pepper in a third shallow bowl.
  • Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture to coat, dip into the buttermilk, and finish by pressing each side of the tomato into the cornmeal mixture to coat. Lay coated tomato slices onto a baking sheet; rest to let tomatoes absorb flavor of coating, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Gently drop tomato slices into the hot oil and cook until golden brown and floating, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on a plate lined with paper towel.
  • Whisk ranch dressing, cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce together in a small bowl; serve with the fried tomato slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1876.6 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

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

Tips:

  • Choose firm, unblemished green tomatoes for frying. Smaller tomatoes work best, as they will cook more evenly.
  • Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices. If the tomatoes are large, you may need to cut them into wedges.
  • Dredge the tomato slices in seasoned flour. This will help them to brown and crisp up when fried.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the tomato slices.
  • Fry the tomato slices for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Drain the tomato slices on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the fried green tomatoes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern classic. With a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a tangy, juicy interior, they are a perfect appetizer or side dish. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a truly unforgettable experience.

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