Southern-Style Fried Green Tomato Slices

Southern-Style Fried Green Tomato Slices are a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. The tomatoes are sliced and coated in a breading made from flour, cornmeal, and spices, then fried until golden brown and crispy. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a perfect appetizer or side dish.

Fried green tomatoes are a Southern classic, and for good reason. They're tangy, juicy, and crispy, and they're the perfect way to use up those end-of-summer tomatoes. This recipe is a variation on the classic, using plant-based milk instead of eggs in the breading. The result is a delicious, vegan-friendly fried green tomato that's sure to please everyone at the table.

Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium green tomatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 cup plant-based milk
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar.
2. In a separate shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Dip the tomato slices into the plant-based milk mixture, then coat them in the flour mixture.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
5. Fry the tomato slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Transfer the fried tomato slices to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• The plant-based milk helps to create a crispy breading without the use of eggs.
• The combination of garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano gives the tomatoes a savory flavor.
• Frying the tomatoes in vegetable oil helps to create a golden brown crust.