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Crispy fried green tomatoes made from canned green tomatoes.

Fried Canned Green Tomatoes

A crispy and tender snack or side dish made with canned green tomatoes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can green tomatoes Drained and patted dry
  • 1 cup flour For dredging the tomatoes
  • 1 cup cornmeal For added crunch
  • 1 tsp salt To taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper To taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For flavor
  • 1-2 cups oil for frying Vegetable or canola oil recommended
Serving Accompaniments
  • to taste Ranch dressing For serving
  • to taste Spicy mayo For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the canned green tomatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cooking
  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Dredge each slice of tomato in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess.
  3. Fry the tomatoes in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with ranch or spicy mayo.

Notes

Make sure to drain the tomatoes well to avoid excess moisture. Adjust spices to taste and consider using a thermometer for oil temperature, aiming for around 350°F (175°C) for frying.