Fried Green Tomatoes with Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Crispy, golden, and downright irresistible, these Fried Green Tomatoes with Creamy Horseradish Sauce are a Southern classic elevated with bold flavors! Perfectly tangy green tomatoes are coated in a crunchy cornmeal crust seasoned with paprika and cayenne, then fried to perfection for a satisfying crisp with every bite. The star pairing? A zesty, creamy horseradish dipping sauce made with mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of garlic powder for a flavorful kick. This easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal appetizer, side dish, or snack. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and watch them disappear in no time!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole green tomatoes
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices and set aside.

Step 2

Pour the buttermilk into a shallow bowl and place the tomato slices into the buttermilk to soak for at least 5 minutes.

Step 3

In another shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 4

Prepare a large skillet by heating the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or until small bubbles form around the handle of a wooden spoon when placed in the oil.

Step 5

Coat each tomato slice by removing it from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and dredging it in the flour and cornmeal mixture until evenly coated. Shake off excess flour mixture.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated tomato slices into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried tomato slices and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

To prepare the creamy horseradish sauce, whisk together the mayonnaise, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 9

Serve the fried green tomatoes hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley, with the creamy horseradish sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1194.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2324.2

Total Fat 104.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 144.5mg	0%
Sodium 2974.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.0g
Protein 41.3g	0%

Vitamin D 126.9IU	0%
Calcium 386.2mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 1859.7mg	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: 39.8%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 53.2%