Description
Fried Red Tomatoes are a delightful treat that combines crispy textures with juicy sweetness. Perfect for gatherings or as a comforting snack, these tomatoes are coated in a crunchy cornmeal and flour mixture, making them irresistible. Whether served as an appetizer or a side dish, they bring vibrant flavor and nostalgia to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh ripe tomatoes (about 600g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the tomatoes, then slice them into thick rounds.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal mixed with flour.
- Dip each tomato slice in flour, then in eggs, and finally coat with the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry tomato slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 slices (75g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg