Crispy Fried Green Tomato Stack
Crunchy buttermilk-fried green tomato rounds stacked with creamy avocado salsa and tangy remoulade, served over fresh greens. A Southern-inspired weeknight main that feels restaurant-worthy in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Slice green tomatoes into 0.5-inch rounds. Season cornmeal with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Dip tomato rounds in buttermilk, then dredge in cornmeal, pressing gently so coating sticks.
Step 3
Heat 0.5 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~2 minutes.
Step 4
Pan-fry tomatoes 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and edges soften slightly.
Step 5
Mash avocado with mayo and lemon juice. Arrange greens on plates and top with fried tomato rounds.
Step 6
Spoon avocado-mayo mixture and a dollop of additional mayo over tomatoes. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch preferred)
- cutting board
- knife
- shallow bowls (2–3)
- tongs or slotted spatula
- fork or spoon
- plates
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