How to Make Kentucky Style Fried Green Tomatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of a perfectly fried green tomato. This Southern delicacy is crispy on the outside and tangy on the inside, making it a favorite among food lovers everywhere. And when it comes to fried green tomatoes, no one does it quite like the folks in Kentucky. Their recipe for Kentucky Style Fried Green Tomatoes is legendary, and it's easy to see why once you take your first bite.

With its crispy coating and juicy green tomato center, this dish is a true cro...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup bacon grease
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup cornmeal
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 green tomato, cut into 1/4 inch slices

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Total Time: 11 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat the bacon grease in a large skillet over medium heat. In one small bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal and pepper. In another small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk using a fork.
  • Dip the tomato slices into the egg and milk, then coat with the dry mixture. Place the breaded tomato slices in the hot bacon grease. Cook until browned on each side, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Bacon grease burns easily, so adjust your heat if you need to.
  • Nutrition

    866 cal.

    • Total Fat: 64g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 152mg
    • Sodium: 149mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 309mg