Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

A Southern staple, Fried Green Tomatoes are a popular side in the Loveless Cafe, and we especially love using them on a BLT!

Servings: 6-8 Servings

Ingredients

• 4 large green tomatoes (firm, sliced 1/4-1/2 inch thick)
• vegetable oil (enough to fill pan 1/4 inch deep)
• 1 1/2 cups butter milk
• 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 2 tablespoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons paprika (hot if desired)

Directions

1. Slice tomatoes and set aside.
2. Heat oil over medium high heat in a large skillet.
3. Pour buttermilk into a shallow dish.
4. Mix corn meal, salt, pepper and paprika together and place in a shallow dish.
5. Dip each tomato slice into the buttermilk, then dredge it in the cornmeal mixture.
6. Fry each slice in the oil until browned, 3 - 5 minutes.
7. Turn and cook the other side until brown.
8. Remove and place on a paper-towel-lined plate or baking sheet.
9. Keep warm in a 200°F oven while cooking the rest of the slices.
10. Enjoy on a BLT, as an appetizer or as a side with your next meal!