Spicy Fried Green Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 2 green tomatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons of your favorite hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and hot sauce.
2. In a separate shallow bowl, mix together the flour, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper.
3. Dip each tomato slice into the egg mixture and then dredge in the flour mixture.
4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering.
5. Add tomato slices to the skillet in batches and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
6. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt to taste.
7. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Interesting Facts

• Green tomatoes are unripe tomatoes that are usually picked before they ripen.
• Frying tomatoes helps to bring out the natural sweetness of the tomatoes.
• Panko breadcrumbs are a light, airy type of breadcrumb that helps give the tomatoes a light and crispy coating.