Evelyn's Fried Red Tomatoes

Savor the irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors of "Evelyn's Fried Red Tomatoes," a delightful twist on a Southern classic. This recipe transforms juicy, ripe red tomatoes into golden, crispy perfection with a coating of seasoned flour and cornmeal infused with paprika, garlic powder, and just a hint of cayenne for optional heat. The buttermilk dip ensures a tender interior while the quick pan-fry in sizzling vegetable oil creates a mouthwatering crust. Ready in just 30 minutes, these fried red tomatoes make an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack, especially when paired with your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a gathering or looking for a flavorful comfort food treat, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized ripe red tomatoes
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Slice the red tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Pour the buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 3

Dip each tomato slice into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated. Then dredge the slice in the flour and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating. Repeat this process for all the tomato slices.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C), or until a small piece of bread sizzles and turns golden when placed in the oil.

Step 5

Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, carefully place the coated tomato slices in the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the fried red tomatoes warm as is or with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1351.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3064.2

Total Fat 225.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.9g
Cholesterol 26.8mg	0%
Sodium 2662.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 250.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 37.5g	0%

Vitamin D 126.9IU	0%
Calcium 376.0mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 2195.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.8%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 31.5%