Ingredients for - Mawmaw's Simple Fried Green Tomatoes

1. Ice water, or as needed 1 quart
2. Firm green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices 4
3. Canola oil, or as needed 1 cup
4. Self-rising cornmeal 2 cups
5. All-purpose flour 2 cups
6. Salt to taste 2 cups

How to cook deliciously - Mawmaw's Simple Fried Green Tomatoes

1 . Stage

Pour ice water into a large bowl and add tomatoes; soak for 5 minutes.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, heat 1/2 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

3 . Stage

Combine cornmeal and flour in a medium bowl. Remove tomatoes from ice water, one at a time, and coat lightly in cornmeal mixture; shake off any excess.

4 . Stage

Working in batches, cook coated tomatoes in hot oil until edges are golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle lightly with salt and serve hot.