This isn't just a great movie--it's a yummy, southern dish. Fried green tomatoes can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or just a snack. They have a comfort food feel, but are a tad nutritionally appealing. I mean...tomatoes are good for you...hello! Have I motivated you to try them yet? You must know: when frying tomatoes (or anything really), pay close attention to what you are doing--frying requires constant attention!
What you need:
1/4 cup corn meal
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Season salt to taste (I use a good bit...about a tablespoon, maybe)
1 egg
Olive oil (you can use virgin, light, or extra virgin)
Large green tomatoes, sliced about 1/2" (one tomato gives 3-4 slices)
What you do:
In a shallow, flat-bottom bowl, beat the egg slightly with a fork. In a second shallow, flat-bottom bowl, mix corn meal, flour, and season salt. Heat oil in medium-sized pan on med-hi heat. One at a time, soak tomato slices in egg, then dredge in flour mixture, coating both sides. Transfer battered tomato to pan with hot oil. When a golden-brown ring appears on the side of the tomato nearest the pan, flip the tomato. Once other side appears golden-brown, remove from pan and place on paper towel-lined plate. Repeat until each tomato is done. You should be able to cook 3 slices at one time.
You can serve the tomatoes with horseradish sauce, ketchup, sour cream, or whatever your taste buds desire. My personal favorite is a little concoction that I have no name for....
What you need:
Cream cheese (4 oz) at room temperature
Fresh lime juice (about 2 teaspoons)
Parsley (a dash)
What you do:
Mix all the ingredients together and chill at least 20 minutes.
Happy Eating!
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