Fried Green Tomatoes With Bread-and-Butter Pickle Rémoulade

Vegetarian
Health score
17%
Fried Green Tomatoes With Bread-and-Butter Pickle Rémoulade
15 min.
8
522kcal

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Looking to add a Southern twist to your meal? Fried Green Tomatoes with Bread-and-Butter Pickle Rémoulade is the perfect dish to elevate your dining experience. Crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these deliciously battered green tomatoes are bursting with flavor. The vibrant color and contrasting textures make them not just a treat for the taste buds, but also for the eyes!

This vegetarian delight is easy to prepare and ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for both quick weeknight dinners and fancy gatherings. Each bite is made even more irresistible when paired with a tangy Bread-and-Butter Pickle Rémoulade, which adds a delightful zing that complements the subtle sweetness of the green tomatoes.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, looking for a stellar side dish, or simply craving a nostalgic Southern classic, this dish is sure to impress. With just the right mix of spices and the perfect crunch from the frying process, Fried Green Tomatoes provides a unique culinary experience that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh ingredients. Plus, with each serving packing a satisfying 522 calories, indulging in this classic comfort food guilt-free is now a reality!

So grab your frying pan and get ready to create a dish that not only pays homage to Southern cuisine but also adds a dash of charm to any table setting. These Fried Green Tomatoes are destined to become a favorite among friends and family alike!

Ingredients

  • servings bread fresh
  • servings bread 
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk 
  • tablespoon creole seasoning 
  • cups flour all-purpose divided
  • large tomatoes green
  • servings vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • cup cornmeal plain white

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 20
  2. Cut tomatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
  3. Sprinkle both sides of tomatoes evenly with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour buttermilk into a shallow dish or pie plate. Stir together cornmeal, Creole seasoning, and 1 cup flour in another shallow dish or pie plate.
  5. Dredge tomatoes in remaining 1 cup flour. Dip tomatoes in buttermilk, and dredge in cornmeal mixture.
  6. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large cast-iron skillet; heat over medium heat to 35
  7. Fry tomatoes, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden.
  8. Drain on paper towels.
  9. Transfer to a wire rack; keep warm in a 200 oven until ready to serve.
  10. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
  11. Serve with Bread-and-Butter Pickle Rmoulade.
  12. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories522kcal
Protein10.69%
Fat33.63%
Carbs55.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.92
Glycemic Load
32.31
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.217391252518%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:521.5kcal
26.07%
Fat:19.63g
30.2%
Saturated Fat:3.88g
24.24%
Carbohydrates:73.13g
24.38%
Net Carbohydrates:66.74g
24.27%
Sugar:9.49g
10.54%
Cholesterol:4.95mg
1.65%
Sodium:906.99mg
39.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.04g
28.08%
Manganese:1.15mg
57.39%
Selenium:28.82µg
41.17%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.01%
Folate:122.29µg
30.57%
Vitamin B3:6.08mg
30.42%
Iron:4.78mg
26.55%
Vitamin C:21.88mg
26.53%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
26.04%
Fiber:6.39g
25.54%
Phosphorus:227.6mg
22.76%
Vitamin E:2.96mg
19.75%
Vitamin A:921.02IU
18.42%
Magnesium:69.67mg
17.42%
Vitamin B5:1.72mg
17.2%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.89%
Calcium:142.85mg
14.28%
Copper:0.27mg
13.53%
Potassium:462.86mg
13.22%
Vitamin K:13.25µg
12.62%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.34%
Vitamin D:0.58µg
3.9%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.45%
Source:My Recipes