Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk Green Goddess

Name: Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup well-shaken buttermilk; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste; Canola oil, for frying; 4 large green tomatoes, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick rounds; 1/2 cup Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing (page 284)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 200F.
2
Line a rimmed baking sheet with a brown paper bag.
3
Place the buttermilk and egg in a shallow bowl and whisk to combine.
4
Combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and pepper in a separate shallow bowl and stir to mix.
5
Pour canola oil into a large skillet to just barely cover the bottom and place over medium-high heat until sizzling hot (see Know-how, page 100).
6
One at a time, dip the tomato slices first in the buttermilk mixture and then in the flour mixture to coat both sides, shaking off any excess.
7
Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet, carefully place 4 to 6 tomato slices in the hot oil and fry until the undersides are golden brown, about 2 minutes.
8
Flip and fry until the other sides are golden brown, about 2 minutes.
9
(Wait until the slices get nice and crispy before flipping them over only once; if you flip them any more, the coating will fall off.)
10
Use tongs or a slotted spatula to transfer the fried tomatoes to the prepared baking sheet to drain.
11
Place in the oven to keep warm and repeat the process with the remaining tomato slices.
12
Season with additional salt and pepper and serve warm with the dressing drizzled over the top or on the side.

570

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup well-shaken buttermilk, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Fried Green Tomatoes with Buttermilk Green Goddess Dressing

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