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Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe with Spicy Sriracha Ranch Dip

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Crispy fried green tomatoes coated in a seasoned cornmeal batter, served with a creamy and spicy sriracha ranch dip. A quick and easy snack or appetizer with a perfect balance of tangy, crunchy, and spicy flavors.

Ingredients

  • Green Tomatoes – firm, medium-sized, sliced about 1/4 inch thick
  • All-Purpose Flour – 1/2 cup
  • Cornmeal – 3/4 cup, fine or medium grind
  • Buttermilk – 1 cup, room temperature
  • Large Eggs – 2, beaten
  • Salt and Black Pepper – to taste
  • Garlic Powder – 1 teaspoon
  • Onion Powder – 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne Pepper – 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
  • Vegetable Oil – 2-3 cups for frying
  • For the Spicy Sriracha Ranch Dip:
  • Ranch Dressing – 1/2 cup
  • Sriracha Sauce – 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh Lime Juice – 1 teaspoon
  • Chopped Fresh Cilantro or Parsley – 1 tablespoon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry green tomatoes. Slice into 1/4 inch thick rounds and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Set up dredging stations: bowl 1 with flour seasoned with salt and pepper; bowl 2 with beaten eggs and buttermilk; bowl 3 with cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper mixed well.
  3. Dredge each tomato slice in flour, shake off excess, dip into egg and buttermilk mixture, then coat thoroughly in the seasoned cornmeal mixture. For extra crunch, double dip by repeating the egg and cornmeal step.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan to about 1/2 inch deep over medium heat until 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry 3-4 tomato slices at a time without overcrowding for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Flip gently with tongs.
  6. Remove fried tomatoes and drain on a cooling rack or paper towel-lined plate to keep crisp.
  7. While frying, whisk together ranch dressing, sriracha, lime juice, and chopped herbs to make the spicy sriracha ranch dip. Chill until serving.
  8. Serve fried green tomatoes warm with the spicy sriracha ranch dip on the side.

Notes

Pat tomatoes dry before dredging to ensure the batter sticks and stays crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain oil temperature. Use a cast iron skillet if possible for even heat distribution. Double dip for extra crunch. Make the sriracha ranch dip ahead to allow flavors to meld. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container with paper towels and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.

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