Singing and Frying, A Southern Serenade in the Kitchen Fried Green Tomatoes
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 4
Golden Crispy Comfort from the Heart of Georgia
Oh, honey, let me tell y’all—I’ve found the perfect melody for your kitchen adventures, and it comes with a crispy beat. Fried green tomatoes are more than just a recipe; they’re a living, breathing love letter to Southern cooking.
Whether you’ve grown up with the comfort of cast-iron skillets or you’re new to Southern flavors, this dish will bring a warmth that’ll have you singing in no time.
The Heart of Southern Cooking
Fried green tomatoes are a staple of Southern culture
Fried green tomatoes are a staple of Southern culture, embodying everything we hold dear—tradition, flavor, and family. These golden beauties are made with love and simplicity, but their impact is utterly unforgettable. Imagine the tangy freshness of green tomatoes, dressed to impress in a crispy cornmeal breading, paired with a dipping sauce so divine, it could charm even the most skeptical taste buds.
Getting Started
Here’s the secret to perfect fried green tomatoes: it’s all about setting the mood. Cue up your favorite tunes, pour yourself some sweet tea, and grab the essentials. Start with fresh green tomatoes—they’re the stars of the show. From there, it’s a simple dance of buttermilk, cornmeal, and a touch of spice to create a golden crust that’s as crisp as a summer evening in Georgia.
Step-by-Step Symphony
Prep the Tomatoes: Slice your green tomatoes into thick rounds. It’s important to keep them sturdy enough to handle the heat. Dip each slice in buttermilk for that tangy richness.
Coat with Cornmeal Magic: Mix cornmeal, flour, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Each slice gets a coat of this golden mixture, giving it the crispiness we all crave.
Heat Your Skillet: A cast-iron skillet works wonders here. Fill it with oil, heat to medium-high, and let it sing with anticipation.
Fry to Perfection: Place the coated tomato slices into the skillet and fry them until each side is gloriously golden—about 2 minutes per side.
Whip Up the Sauce: While the tomatoes cool, mix up a dipping sauce with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, and a sprinkle of garlic powder. Adjust the flavor to your liking—it’s your masterpiece!
A Song Worth Sharing
Serve your fried green tomatoes warm, arranged like a symphony on a platter, with the dipping sauce taking center stage. These crispy delights are perfect for gatherings, lazy Sunday afternoons, or just a moment of indulgence.
Tips for the Encore
If you’re feeling adventurous, add a pinch of cayenne to the cornmeal mix for a spicy twist. Or, if green tomatoes are out of season, zucchini makes a delightful stand-in. No matter how you prepare them, this dish is guaranteed to bring joy and a touch of Southern charm to your table.
The Southern Love Affair
Fried green tomatoes aren’t just food—they’re a celebration of heritage, a comfort wrapped in crisp cornmeal perfection, and a serenade to everything we love about the South. So grab your skillet, hum a tune, and share this Southern treasure with the ones you hold dear. Happy fryin’, darlin’!
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Searing the Beef
Sear beef fillets on high heat for 2 minutes per side to form a golden crust. Let it cool before proceeding to keep the beef tender.
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Mushroom Duxelles
Cook the mushrooms until all moisture evaporates to prevent soggy pastry. Aim for a thick, paste-like consistency.
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Puff Pastry Handling
Keep the puff pastry cold to avoid softness. Chill if it becomes too soft, and score the top lightly without cutting through.
Notes
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Slice up those green tomatoes and set them aside like the stars of the show they are. Pour your buttermilk into a shallow bowl—let it croon a welcome as the tomato slices take a bath. In another bowl, mix together the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Oh, honey, this is the rhythm section of our recipe—it’s where the magic begins..
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Grab your trusty cast-iron skillet (because what Georgia gal doesn’t have one?) and fill it with oil, vegetable oil works great but olive oil is my preference. You can use your favorite goto oil for frying. Heat it over medium-high heat, and wait until it hums a warm tune—it’s ready when a pinch of cornmeal sizzles to perfection.
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Take each tomato slice and dip it in the buttermilk, letting it soak up the melody of tangy richness. Then, coat it thoroughly in the cornmeal mixture, giving each slice a golden suit of armor.
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While your tomatoes cool, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, and a touch of salt and pepper. Taste it, sugar—adjust the notes if needed. It oughta be tangy, cool, and smooth enough to make your heart skip a beat
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Step 5: Serve and Savor
Arrange those golden beauties on a platter, and place your dipping sauce in the center like the grand finale. Serve warm, with the sauce ready to jazz up every bite. Gather ‘round the table, let the forks tap a rhythm, and enjoy the serenade of Southern flavors.
Instructions
4 FIRM Green Tomatoes
1 cup Buttermilk
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2/3 cup oil
Fried Green Tomatoes
1/2 cup mayo
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Lawry's season salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Southern Charm Sauce
Green Tomato Serenade and Southern Charm Sauce
The Tasty Terf
Peeja Blackbird
Picture this: firm, tart green tomatoes kissed by a golden crust of cornmeal, the kind that crunches with a melody of its own. Paired with a creamy dip that sings with a little tang, this dish is the soul of a sunny afternoon, served up with a side of charm and a heap of hospitality. It’s a taste that tells a story—a story of family, front porches, and warm summer nights
Servings :
4 Servings
Calories:
813 Calories / Serve
Prep Time
10 min
Cooking Time
10
Rest Time
5
Total Time
25
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