FRIED GREEN TOMATO WEDGES

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Wedges hold coating better than sliced rounds. Place the cooked wedges on parchment paper to soak up any excess oil. A great dip to have with this is mayonnaise with lime juice and basil mixed in.

Provided by Krsi Sue

Categories     Vegetable

Time 23m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cornmeal
4 teaspoons coarse salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups buttermilk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons lime juice
oil, for frying
3 large green tomatoes, wedged

Steps:

  • Combine cornmeal, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper in medium bowl & set aside.
  • Whisk together the buttermilk, eggs and lime juice & set aside. This will curdle slightly.
  • Pour oil in frying pan to a depth of 1/2" & heat.
  • Working in batches, dip tomatoes in buttermilk mixture, then in the cornmeal mixture.
  • Fry tomatoes until golden brown, about 1 minute on each side.
  • Place first on paper towel to soak up excess oil, and serve on plate lined with parchment paper.
  • Sprinkle with a bit of salt while hot.

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