How do you fry green tomatoes?

How to Fry Green Tomatoes:

Ingredients:

* 4-6 green tomatoes, sliced about 1/4 inch thick

* 1 cup all-purpose flour

* 1 teaspoon salt

* 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

* 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

* 1/2 teaspoon paprika

* 1/2 cup buttermilk

* 1 cup vegetable oil (or other frying oil)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the tomatoes: Wash and slice the tomatoes. Pat them dry with paper towels.

2. Make the batter: In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. Dip and coat: In another shallow dish, pour the buttermilk. Dip each tomato slice in the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, making sure they are evenly coated.

4. Heat the oil: Pour the oil into a heavy skillet or Dutch oven and heat over medium-high heat. The oil is hot enough when a drop of batter sizzles and quickly rises to the surface.

5. Fry the tomatoes: Carefully place the coated tomato slices in the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Drain and serve: Remove the fried tomatoes from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain. Serve immediately.

Tips:

* Choosing tomatoes: Choose green tomatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Avoid overripe tomatoes.

* Seasoning: Adjust the seasoning to your preference. You can add other spices like cayenne pepper, onion powder, or dried herbs.

* Temperature: Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet. This will lower the oil temperature and result in greasy tomatoes.

* Serving: Serve fried green tomatoes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing, honey mustard, or a spicy aioli.

Enjoy!