Best Ever Fried Green Tomatoes with Zesty Remoulade Recipe

What feels more Southern at heart than fried green tomatoes? Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and paired with a creamy, tangy remoulade, they’re the kind of comfort food that wins over any table. 

Whether you’ve grown up eating them or you’re trying them for the first time, this fried green tomatoes recipe will give you that golden crunch and a bold kick of flavor in every bite.

Also, once the frying’s done, you’ll also know exactly how to dispose of cooking oil the right way; no clogs, no mess, and no guilt.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Fried Green Tomatoes 

This batch will serve close to 4 people, whether you’re putting it out as an appetizer or a lighter meal.

For the Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes

• 3–4 firm green tomatoes
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup cornmeal (or cornmeal mixed with breadcrumbs for extra crunch)
• 2 eggs, whisked with ½ cup milk or buttermilk
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 2–3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• FryAway Deep Fry – for quick, mess-free oil cleanup afterward

For the Tangy Zesty Remoulade

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove, minced finely, or swap in ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons relish or finely chopped pickles

Step-by-Step Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe with Zesty Remoulade

Crispy outside, tender inside, and finished with a tangy sauce, this recipe is simple to pull together. Here’s how to get it done step by step:

Step 1 – Prep and Coat the Tomatoes

Slice the green tomatoes into ½-inch thick rounds. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

Set up three bowls: one with the seasoned flour, another with the egg-and-milk mixture, and a third with the cornmeal mix. 

Dredge every tomato slice in the flour, dip it in the egg wash, and finish with a thick cornmeal coating. This triple layer is what gives them that signature crunch.

Step 2 – Fry Until Crispy Golden Brown

Drizzle the vegetable oil into a large skillet until it’s about ½ inch deep and heat to 350°F. You’ll know it’s ready if a pinch of cornmeal bubbles up instantly.

Fry the tomato slices in small batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Don’t overcrowd the pan, or the coating won’t stay crunchy. 

Scoop the slices out using a slotted spoon, then set them on a plate covered with paper towels to drain.

Step 3 – Mix Up the Zesty Remoulade

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, hot sauce, and relish. Stir until smooth and creamy. 

Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes so the flavors meld together. Pro tip: add more lemon juice for extra tang or more hot sauce if you like it spicier.

FryAway Makes Cooking Oil Disposal Easy

The only downside of frying at home? The leftover oil is sitting in your pan. Most people don’t know how to dispose of used cooking oil safely. 

Pouring it down the drain may seem harmless, but it leads to clogged pipes and contributes to fatbergs, massive grease blockages that wreak havoc on city sewers. Tossing it outside or saving it in jars is just as messy.

That’s where FryAway comes in. It’s an oil solidifier made from 100% plant-based ingredients. Instead of wrestling with liquid grease, you can use FryAway to solidify cooking oil in minutes. Here’s how:

1. Sprinkle and Stir 

While the oil is warm, add the right amount of FryAway powder and stir.

2. Cool 

Let the oil sit until it hardens completely.

3. Toss with Ease 

Scoop the solidified oil into your trash or compost. No jars. No spills. No mess.

It’s the simplest, most eco-friendly way to handle cooking oil disposal at home. For more in-depth information,  check out our guide.

Enjoy Southern Flavor Without the Kitchen Mess

This recipe gives you the best of both worlds: crunchy, golden fried green tomatoes with a bold remoulade sauce, and an easy, planet-friendly way to clean up afterward. It’s a classic Southern dish that doesn’t leave you dreading the mess in your kitchen.

With FryAway, you can enjoy your food the way it was meant to be: delicious, comforting, and completely stress-free.

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