Bobby Flay Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
This Bobby Flay Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe is crispy, tangy and full of flavor. The tomatoes are coated in a crunchy crust and fried until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 3 –4 green tomatoes
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Oil for frying
Instructions
Slice the tomatoes
- Cut green tomatoes into medium slices. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Prepare coating stations
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with eggs and buttermilk and one with cornmeal and spices.
- Season the coating
- Mix salt, pepper and paprika into cornmeal. This adds flavor to the crispy crust.
Coat the tomato slices
- Dip slices in flour, then egg mixture, then cornmeal. Press gently for even coating.
Heat the oil
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Make sure oil is hot before frying.
Fry the tomatoes
- Fry slices for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Drain excess oil
- Remove fried tomatoes and place on paper towels to absorb extra oil.
Serve immediately
- Serve hot for best crispiness and flavor. Add a dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use firm green tomatoes only
- Do not overcrowd the pan
- Add cayenne for extra spice
- Use panko for extra crunch
- Serve with ranch or spicy mayo
- Fry in batches for even cooking
- Keep oil temperature steady