Gluten-Free Crispy Southern Fried Tomatoes
Get ready to savor a classic Southern favorite with a gluten-free twist! These **Gluten-Free Crispy Southern Fried Tomatoes** are a golden, crunchy delight that’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish. Made with fresh green tomatoes, a flavorful breading of gluten-free flour, cornmeal, and Panko breadcrumbs, and seasoned to perfection with garlic, salt, and pepper, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and tangy burst of flavor. Fried to golden perfection in vegetable oil, these tomatoes are irresistibly crispy on the outside while tender and juicy on the inside. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, they pair wonderfully with a zesty dipping sauce or can be enjoyed all on their own. Whether you're gluten-free by necessity or choice, this recipe makes sure nothing is missing when it comes to flavor and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Green tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
- 1.5 cups Buttermilk
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 cup Gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cups Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and garlic powder over the tomato slices and set aside.
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with the gluten-free all-purpose flour, one with a mixture of buttermilk and beaten eggs, and the third with gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs mixed with yellow cornmeal.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C).
Dredge each tomato slice in the flour, shaking off the excess.
Dip the floured tomato slice into the buttermilk and egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
Coat the tomato slice in the Panko and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Carefully place the coated tomato slices into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried tomatoes with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Gluten-Free Crispy Southern Fried Tomatoes as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 507.5 g | 651% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.2 g | 386% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 3764 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 361.4 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 611 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1983 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
