The Best Fried Green Tomatoes Ever
This is a recipe for the best crispy fried green tomatoes.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 1-2 medium green tomatoes
- table salt or kosher salt to sprinkle on the sliced tomatoes
- Frying Batter of your choice
- 1/4 Peanut Oil
Instructions
- Slice the green tomato to your preference. I suggest 1/2in thick at least
- Place the slices on a papertowel
- Lay each piece side by side.
- Once done slicing take the table salt or kosher salt and sprinkle on top of the tomatoes. Make sure each piece is covered by the salt. Set aside for 5-7 min (or longer)
- Taking a cast iron skillet fill just the bottom of the cast iron skillet with the peanut oil. This should be very shallow maybe 1/4 cup (depending on the size of the skillet).
- Turn the heat up to medium heat. Allow the oil to get hot.
- Once the tomatoes have sat for at least 5-7 min you’ll notice that the paper towel is wet. That's condensation.
- Place another papertowel over the top and pat down on the green tomatoes (this draws out any remaining condensation.
- Batter the tomatoes according to the package.
- Place the each battered tomato into the oil (carefully)!
- You should only fry each side 2-3 min each. These are vegetables and don’t have to sit as long as chicken or other items.
- Place the now hot tomatoes on a baking sheet or papertowel to allow them to rest and draw out any excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!