How to Make Yummy Country Fried Green Tomatoes

In my house we absolutely country love fried green tomatoes! With summer just around the corner we can’t wait to start plucking the tomatoes straight off of the vine!

My love for country fried green tomatoes

Growing up in the country this was a staple in our house.  It was a great alternative way of consuming our tomato harvest.  I’ve noticed a lot of “city folk” say “ewwww” at the mention of country fried green tomatoes.  However, I’m quick to point out that if you like fried pickles, then there’s a high probability you’ll love fried green tomatoes as well.

green tomatoes on a vine

Super Easy Recipe

This recipe is really easy to follow and only requires, green tomatoes, a flour mix, cracker mix, and egg mix. When I say, “ really easy to follow”?  I truly mean really easy to follow. For instance, with this recipe you will avoid the pitfalls of your  tomatoes tasting bland or most importantly, having your coating not sticking to your tomatoes. 

fried green tomato prep

Top 3 Secrets to Perfect Fried Green Tomatoes

The first secret is in the coating mix and the second is in the skillet temperature. This batter is so wonderful that you can also use it to deep fry jalapeños and mushrooms! As for your skillet temperature, make sure that it’s fully heated on medium high.  You don’t want to place your tomatoes into the oil until it’s nice and hot!

The last secret is to make sure to stay on top of your frying! You’ll want to fry each side until they are golden brown. Depending on your setup, this can be anywhere from 3 to 4 minutes on each side.  And that’s it!    You are ready to enjoy this southern treat! We enjoy dipping ours in Rao’s Homemade Marinara.

fried green tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes

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This is the best fried green tomatoes ever!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 to 5 green tomatoes, sliced 1/2 thick
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup crushed ritz crackers
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp oil (cooks choice)

Instructions
 

  • Slice the green tomatoes about a 1/2 inch thick.
  • Mix the flour, salt and pepper together and place the mixture in a shallow bowel. Place crushed ritz crackers in another bowl, and beaten egg and milk into a third bowl.
  • Melt oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Dip each tomato slice in the egg and milk batter, then into the flour mixture. Dip the floured tomato back into the egg and then into the cracker crumbs. Place coated tomatoes into the skillet and fry until golden brown on each side (3 to 4 mins per side). Serve hot.

Notes

*Add more oil to skillet if necessary.
These fried tomatoes are great alone or taste even better dipped in a homemade marinara sauce or ranch sauce!  The sky is the limit! There's no such thing as flavor overload!
Keyword country fried green tomatoes