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FRIED GREEN TOMATOES (PA Dutch version) SERVES 4 The popularity of Fried Green Tomatoes is not limited to the South, as many would lead you to believe. The fact is, farmers everywhere had to find ways to use the last of the tomato crop, especially in areas where the tomatoes had to be picked green to protect them from the first frost. The Pennsylvania Dutch made green tomato relishes with some. Others would be wrapped individually in newspaper and stored in a cool basement or root cellar to slowly ripen for later use. They also used many in preparations such as Green Tomato Pie or for frying. The only difference I can determine is that the Pa Dutch used flour as a coating, as opposed to the flour and cornmeal mixture used by most Southerners (see the recipe link below). Tomatoes were fried in bacon grease or lard and, in later years, oil or butter. See the notes below for choosing tomatoes for frying. INGREDIENTS 3 to 4 green (unripened) tomatoes, cut into approximately 3/8 to 1/2-inch slices 1 cup flour Vegetable oil, butter or bacon grease for frying Salt and pepper to taste Heat enough oil to cover the bottom of a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge the tomato slices in the flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Place in hot pan and brown quickly until slightly softened but not mushy, about 2 minutes per side, adjusting heat as needed. Add more oil as needed between batches. Place briefly on paper towels to remove excess oil, then on a large platter in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Note: Many people use tomatoes that are full grown but still very green. We prefer to use tomatoes that have started to change color, very light green with hints of pink, because they are a little less tart. A ripe tomato can not be used in this preparation as it will soften too quickly and turn very mushy and juicy when fried.

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