Fried Green Tomatoes Authentic

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These are the fried green tomatoes right from the motion picture, fried green tomatoes at the whistle stop cafe". They are absolutely delicious!!!"!

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Steps

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While preparing the dipping process for the tomatoes , heat oil and bacon drippings in a large pot over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees.

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You will need a slotted spoon to drop the tomatoes into the hot oil.

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De-core and cut the ends off the green tomatoes.

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Slice tomatoes into 1 / 2 inch thickness and set aside in a medium-sized bowl.

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In a small bowl , set aside only 1 1 / 2 cups of the flour.

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In a medium bowl , mix the milk and eggs to create an egg wash.

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In a large bowl , combine remaining flour , cornmeal and salt.

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Add celery salt , pepper , onion powder and paprika.

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This is the cornmeal breading mixture for the tomatoes.

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Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to place the breaded tomatoes on after the final dredging.

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Begin the dipping process by dredging the tomatoes in the flour , then the egg wash , and finally through the cornmeal breading mixture.

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Repeat this process until all the tomatoes are breaded.

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Once the oil has reached 350 degrees , begin frying .

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Ingredients

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green tomatoes, canola oil, bacon drippings, all-purpose flour, milk, eggs, cornmeal, salt, celery salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, paprika