How To Make Southern Fried Green Tomatoes

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: none

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Slice the green tomatoes.

In a bowl, beat the eggs (if using).

Dredge the sliced tomatoes in cornmeal, then dip in the beaten eggs, and coat again in cornmeal.

Heat the canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Fry the coated tomatoes in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.

Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

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