Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes
Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes, a plant-based twist on a Southern classic that’s sure to impress! Fresh green tomatoes are sliced and coated in a flavorful blend of all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and chickpea flour spiced with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper. A tangy vegan "buttermilk" made with almond milk and apple cider vinegar ensures each slice is perfectly tender inside while boasting a crunchy, seasoned exterior. Fried to perfection in canola oil, these irresistible bites are ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. With a quick prep time and bold flavors, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking vegan comfort food that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large green tomatoes
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.5 cup chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup canola oil
Instructions
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes to create a vegan 'buttermilk'.
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and chickpea flour.
Add the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the flour mixture and stir to combine.
Dip each tomato slice into the vegan 'buttermilk', allowing the excess to drip off.
Dredge the tomato slices in the flour mixture to coat both sides evenly, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated tomato slices in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the tomatoes for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp.
Remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.8 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2649 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.6 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.9 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2642 mg | 56% | |
*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.
