Fried Green Tomatoes III

Fried green tomatoes are a popular dish in Southern cuisine and gained national attention after the release of the novel and film ‘Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe’.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Fried Green Tomatoes III

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Southern Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 600

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 tomato Green tomatoes
• 1 cup Cornmeal
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
2. In a shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Dip each tomato slice into the buttermilk, then coat with the cornmeal mixture.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Fry the tomato slices in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
6. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 6g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.