Alabama Inspired Fried Green Tomatillos

This page may contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission at no cost to you when you make a purchase using my link. This post raves about Fried Green Tomatillos!

Do you remember the film called Fried Green Tomatoes?  This film was based on a book by Fannie Flag called Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe.  The setting was Whistle Stop, Alabama, and from here comes our Alabama inspired recipe…delicious fried green tomatillos!! 

Tomatillos?!?! I tried so hard to find green tomatoes at my local grocery stores but had no luck, so I figured tomatillos, which are green and look like a tomato, might be a good substitute for green tomatoes! Tomatillos are called “tomate verde” in Mexico. This means green tomato, so that’s good enough for me! Alabama is known for fried green tomatoes, and you can find it at most restaurants and diners in Alabama. Hence we will give all credit to Alabama for inspiring this delicious dish.

If you are ever in the Birmingham, Alabama area, it would be fun to stop at the Irondale Cafe in Irondale, Alabama.  The Irondale Cafe (which opened as a hot dog stand in 1928) was the inspiration for Fannie Flag’s book, and was the original Whistle Stop Cafe.  Dining at the Irondale is definitely on my list of things to do if I ever visit the Birmingham area. 

To conclude, there’s nothing like down-home Southern cooking! I hope you will find that the Mexican twist on this dish is just as good. 🙂

Some Other Dishes You May Enjoy!

North Carolina Okra Fries

Utah Inspired Potato Tots – Tatchos

Alabama Inspired Fried Green Tomatillos

Grace

Enjoy these fried green tomatillos and give a nod to the great Southern State of Alabama which inspired this dish!

4 from 2 votes

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 25 mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 3 people

Ingredients

  

• 3-4 green tomatillos very firm and sliced thickly
• 2 eggs beaten lightly
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup corn meal
• 1/2 ts salt
• 1/2 ts pepper
• 1/2 ts cayenne
• 1/2 ts garlic powder
• 1.5 cups vegetable oil

Garlic Mayo

• 1/2 cup mayo
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Make the garlic mayo by combining all ingredients and refrigerating until ready to use. 
• Slice the tomatillos thickly and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  
• Set up 3 different containers. One will contain the flour and spices, one the egg and milk, and the other the corn meal.
• Add salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic powder to the flour and mix.  Lightly beat the eggs with the 2 tablespoons milk. Dredge the tomatillos in the flour mixture. Dip the tomatillo slices into the beaten eggs. Let the excess egg run off the tomatillo. Dredge the tomatillo in the corn meal.
  
• Get the vegetable oil nice and hot in a heavy skillet.  Fry for 2-3 minutes each side until nice and brown, and place on paper towels to absorb the excess oil.

Notes

Serve these fried green tomatillos with lots of garlic mayo!  These can be a great addition to hamburgers as well!

Keyword Tomatillo

This page is updated frequently with great Kitchen and Dining products from Amazon!

We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

My Favorite Child Gave Me This Funny Coffee Mug - Best Mom & Dad Gifts - Gag Mother's Day Present Idea from Daughter, Son, Kids - Novelty Birthday Gift for Parents - Fun Cup for Men, Women, Him, Her

 (3051)

$16.97 (as of May 9, 2021 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Instant Pot Duo Plus Mini 3 Quart 9-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Yogurt Maker, Egg Cooker, Sauté, Steamer, Warmer & Sterilizer, 15 One-Touch Programs

 (33340)

$89.99 (as of May 9, 2021 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Mom No Matter What / Ugly Children Funny Coffee Mug - Best Gifts for Mom, Women - Unique Mothers Day Gift Idea for Her from Son or Daughter - Cool Gag Birthday Present for a Mother - Fun Novelty Cup

 (1105)

$16.97 (as of May 9, 2021 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DecoBros Kitchen Counter and Cabinet Pan Organizer Shelf Rack, Bronze

 (11216)

$16.87 (as of May 9, 2021 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

ExcelSteel Colander set, Stainless steel

 (3416)

$14.77 (as of May 9, 2021 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)