Last Updated on June 17, 2021 by Chef Mireille
Southern Fried Green Tomatoes with Coriander Basil Mayo
My version of this classic American southern recipe is a little spiced up. It’s perfect for any kind of party – Super Bowl Parties, Summer Barbecues…Try Southern Fried Green Tomatoes with Coriander Basil Mayo and this will become a regular item at your table.
Fall is the most beautiful season in the Northeast with fall foliage everywhere – beautiful golds, oranges, reds and browns are everywhere. Even for those who live in New York City, this is the time of year when everybody is taking day trips out to Long Island or upstate New York, to get away from the city. A favorite excursion for these day trips is to visit one of the many U-Pick farms. At these farms, you can go through their orchards and pick apples, pumpkins and whatever other fruits and vegetables the farm grows.
I visited one of these farms on the weekend and in addition to the many varieties of apples I picked, I also got a great bunch of green tomatoes. I made a wonderful batch of Fried Green Tomatoes. Yes, it is a popular food in the South; not just a book and a movie. Fried Green Tomatoes are a classic southern food, however, I created a spiced up version of this American classic.
The next time you see some green tomatoes at your local Farmer’s Market, don’t pass them up for the juicy red ones. Instead, make this delicious appetizer. Green tomatoes are usually at the farmer’s markets from early summer-early fall. Perfect as an accompaniment to soup, for a middle of the week winter dinner.
Why stop at Green Tomatoes? Here are some other fritter ideas to serve at your next party…
Fritter Recipes
- Finnish Golden Beet Fritters
- Beet Chickpea Patties
- Turkish Fish Fritters
- Ponducherry (Indian) Shrimp Fritters
So crispy and crunchy – the perfect fritter!
You can also enjoy these most delicious Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade Sauce!
Fried Green Tomatoes with Coriander Basil Mayo
Ingredients
Tomato Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds green tomatoes
- 3/4 cup cornmeal
- 1/3 cup rice flour
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
Coriander Basil Mayo Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 6 basil leaves chiffonade
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice tomatoes into thick slices.
- Mix cornmeal, rice flour, salt, pepper, parsley and ginger in a shallow bowl or plate
- In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk together.
- In a large skillet, heat enough oil to deep fry tomatoes. Once oil is hot, dip tomatoes, one slice at a time, in the egg mixture and then coat well with the flour mixture. Place in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.
- Remove to a paper towel lined plate to drain the excess oil.
- To make mayo, combine mayonnaise and coriander. Whisk to combine. Using a rubber spatula, fold in basil.
- Serve tomatoes with the mayo.
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This is one of my favorite films! Jessica Tandy was so charming in it. Haven't tried its food version though. Looks delish. 🙂
I love the movie also. I have seen it more times than I can count.
These fritters are looking really tempting.. have never tried green tomatoes in fritters..
That’s pretty much only way we eat them here in us
The first time I saw fall was during our first visit to Montreal and its so so beautiful. I would have never imagined making fritters using the green tomatoes. Now I will not pass by them 🙂
It’s pretty much the only way we utilize the green tomatoes here
Wow! This sounds so yum, Mir. This season when we get green tomatoes I shall be sure to make this. Bookmarked.
It’s a great snack!
The only things I make with green tomatoes is chutney and salad. This is delicious and will check if there are any green tomatoes available. Cannot wait to try. BTW checking out the movie right now.
It’s a great movie. You should definitely watch it!
Mir I think my earlier comment did not go through. I make only chutney and salad with green tomatoes. Must check out for green tomatoes here.
My mil was very fond of green tomatoes and we used to make them often, the fritters too were made , though your version sounds excellent and tempting .
I very rarely get green tomatoes in my local market!!I wish i get some to try this awesome goodness!!
even here I only get them when I visit the farmers markets, but when I do this dish is always on the menu!
Wow what an amazing idea… I love green tomatoes and always prepare curries. These fried ones are looking super delicious and that coriander basil mayo is awesome too.
Thanks yep u should try this American version
Those fried tomatoes look lip smacking. Wish I could get green tomatoes to try this soon.
Look out for them – they are still in season – at least over here they are!