Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes with Cajun Ranch Dip
These fried green tomatoes are crispy on the outside, smooth and creamy on the inside, and packed with flavor. This recipe, perfected over 35 years and passed down from a Southern grandmother, delivers the perfect crunch and taste.
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Servings: 5
Calories: 444kcal
Ingredients
Fried Green Tomatoes
- 4 green tomatoes, sliced ¼-inch thick
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp 2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 2 tsp ground black pepper, divided
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cups canola oil (or as needed for frying)
Cajun Ranch Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tsp hot pepper sauce
Instructions
Season the Tomatoes
- Sprinkle the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
Prepare the Breading Stations
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour with 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Pour buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl.
- In a third bowl, combine cornmeal, parsley, paprika, cayenne pepper, and the remaining salt and black pepper.
Coat the Tomatoes
- Dredge each tomato slice in the flour mixture.
- Dip into the buttermilk, ensuring full coverage.
- Coat with the seasoned cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Place coated slices on a baking sheet and let sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb the coating.
Fry to Perfection
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Gently drop tomato slices into the hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and floating.
- Remove and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Prepare the Cajun Ranch Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, Cajun seasoning, and hot pepper sauce.
Serve & Enjoy
- Plate the crispy fried green tomatoes and serve with the Cajun ranch dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g
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