Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade Sauce and a Side of Hush Puppies

by

Fried green tomatoes are a classic Southern dish that combines the tartness of unripe tomatoes with a crispy, golden coating. Paired with tangy remoulade sauce and served alongside crunchy hush puppies, this meal offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • 4 large green tomatoes
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • Oil for frying

Remoulade Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chopped pickles or relish
  • 1 teaspoon chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Hush Puppies

  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • Oil for frying

Preparation

Start by slicing the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a shallow dish, mix the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Beat the eggs with buttermilk in a separate bowl. Dip each tomato slice into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the cornmeal mixture.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated tomato slices until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Meanwhile, prepare the remoulade sauce by combining all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

For the hush puppies, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and onion powder. Stir in chopped onion, egg, and buttermilk until just combined. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Serving Suggestions

Arrange the fried green tomatoes on a platter, drizzle with remoulade sauce, and serve alongside crispy hush puppies. This dish is perfect as a starter or a main course with a side salad. Enjoy the combination of tangy, spicy, and crispy flavors!