Southern Fried Green Tomatoes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten.
02 - 1/2 cup buttermilk.
03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, divided.
04 - 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal.
05 - 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra for sprinkling.
06 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
07 - 3 medium green tomatoes.
08 - Vegetable oil for frying.

# Instructions:

01 - Mix egg and buttermilk in one shallow bowl. In another bowl, combine 1/4 cup flour with cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
02 - Cut green tomatoes into 1/3-inch thick rounds.
03 - Dust tomato slices in plain flour, dip in egg mixture, then coat with cornmeal mixture.
04 - Pour oil 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in a cast-iron skillet. Heat to 375°F.
05 - Cook tomatoes in batches for 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
06 - Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with extra salt while hot.

# Notes:

01 - Best served fresh and hot for maximum crispiness.
02 - Use firm, unripe green tomatoes for best results.

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