The Best Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe for Crispy Perfection

There's nothing quite like biting into a perfectly fried green tomato—crispy on the outside, tangy and juicy on the inside. A true Southern classic, fried green tomatoes are the ultimate comfort dish and a must-try for every home chef. Whether served as an appetizer or a side dish, they will steal the show.  

In this best fried green tomato recipe, we’ll walk you through how to make them golden and delicious, with the added bonus of using FryAway to make cleaning up leftover cooking oil simple and eco-friendly. 

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Fried Green Tomatoes 

For this easy fried green tomatoes recipe, gather the following ingredients: 

• 4 large green tomatoes (cut into 1/4-inch slices) 

• 1 cup all-purpose flour 

• 1/2 cup cornmeal 

• 2 large eggs 

• 1/2 cup milk 

• Salt and pepper, to taste 

• 1-quart vegetable oil (for frying) 

• FryAway Pan Fry 

How to Make Fried Green Tomatoes? 

Follow the below steps to ensure perfectly crispy results every time: 

First, slice those beautiful green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds to keep them crispy and still juicy inside.  

In one bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper—this is the base for that delicious crunchy coating. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk. 

Now comes the fun part! Coat each tomato slice by dredging it into the flour mixture to give it a nice base layer.  

Next, dip it in the egg mixture, then give it a final coat by pressing it into the cornmeal mixture. This triple coating ensures a perfectly crunchy bite with every slice. 

Pour a quart of vegetable oil into a large skillet. Heat the oil on medium-high till it reaches the ideal frying temperature, around 350°F. At this heat, your tomatoes will fry up perfectly crispy without becoming overly greasy or soggy. 

Once the oil is ready, gently place your coated tomato slices into the pan. Fry them for about 2-4 minutes on each side or until they turn a beautiful golden brown.  

Remember to leave enough space in the pan—overcrowding may drop the oil temperature and make your tomatoes soggy rather than crispy. 

Once your tomatoes are perfectly fried, remove any leftover oil by transferring them to paper towels or a wire rack. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce—remoulade or ranch works wonders for that extra Southern flair. 

Cleaning Up with FryAway: Easy, Safe, and Eco-Friendly 

Once you've enjoyed your fried green tomatoes, you’re left with a pan full of used cooking oil. FryAway makes it incredibly easy to handle that leftover oil in a safe and eco-friendly way. 

How to Solidify Cooking Oil? 

1. Sprinkle & Stir: Right after frying, sprinkle the FryAway powder into the warm oil and stir it.
 
2. Cool: Allow the oil to cool, and it will solidify into a manageable block. 

3. Toss: Once the oil has solidified, simply toss it into the trash—no spills, no clogged drains, and it’s 100% eco-friendly. 

Fry Too Often? No Problem! FryAway Has You Covered 

Frying can be a messy business, but FryAway ensures cleanup is the easiest part of the process. Whether you’re frying up a storm for a family gathering or just making a small batch of fried green tomatoes, FryAway offers the right solution for your oil disposal needs: 

• FryAway Pan Fry: Best for smaller frying jobs, solidifies up to 2 cups of oil. 

• FryAway Deep Fry: Perfect for bigger frying batches, handling up to 8 cups of oil. 

• FryAway Super Fry: Ideal for heavy fryers, solidifying up to 20 uses worth of oil. 

With FryAway, you can enjoy your favorite fried dishes without the hassle of dealing with messy oil disposal. Choose the FryAway product that suits your needs, and never worry about greasy cleanups again!