Southern Fried Green Tomato Bites

A classic Southern American appetizer, consisting of crispy fried green tomatoes served in bite-sized pieces, typically accompanied by a tangy remoulade sauce. This dish is a twist on the traditional Southern green tomato recipe, perfect for any occasion.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups green tomatoes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 egg
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 tsp hot sauce
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: Cut the green tomatoes into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large bowl.

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   Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, and black pepper.

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   Step 3: Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl.

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   Step 4: Dip each tomato piece into the buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

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   Step 5: Place the coated tomato pieces on a plate or tray.

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   Step 6: Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Step 7: Once the oil is hot, add a few tomato pieces to the skillet and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

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   Step 8: Remove the fried tomatoes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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   Step 9: Serve the fried green tomato bites hot with a side of remoulade sauce for dipping.

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    Step 10: Garnish with chopped parsley or chives, if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

Use fresh green tomatoes for the best flavor. Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the tomatoes. Remoulade sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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