Description
Fried Red Tomatoes are a crispy Southern-style treat featuring juicy tomato slices coated in seasoned breading and fried until golden. Perfect as a side, appetizer, or snack, they deliver irresistible texture and flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe red tomatoes (firm, not too soft)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika or cayenne pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice tomatoes into 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick rounds. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika; one with beaten eggs and milk; and one with cornmeal and breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each tomato slice in flour, then dip in egg mixture, and coat with cornmeal mix, pressing gently.
- Heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry tomato slices in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with extra salt while hot.
- Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch, spicy mayo, or remoulade.
Notes
- Add grated Parmesan to the breading mix for extra flavor.
- Add cayenne or hot sauce to the egg wash for more spice.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for added crunch.
- Chill coated slices for 10 minutes before frying to help breading stick.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
