Southern-Style Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients

Green tomatoes

4 medium-sized, sliced 1/2 inch thick

All-purpose flour

1/2 cup

Cornmeal

1/2 cup

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Paprika

1/2 teaspoon

Egg

1, beaten

Milk

1/2 cup

Vegetable oil

enough to fill a skillet about 1/2 inch deep

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, thoroughly mix the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
2. In a separate dish, whisk together the beaten egg and milk until well combined.
3. Dip each tomato slice into the flour mixture, making sure both sides are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
4. Next, dip the floured tomato slice into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully covered. Allow any excess to drip off.
5. Dip the tomato slice back into the flour mixture for a second coat. Repeat this process with all tomato slices.
6. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should be about 1/2 inch deep in the skillet.
7. Once the oil is hot, fry the coated tomato slices in batches, careful not to overcrowd the skillet. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the tomatoes are golden brown and crispy.
8. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried green tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
9. Serve your delicious Southern-Style Fried Green Tomatoes hot, as a delightful appetizer or a colorful side dish.