Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes

Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes are a delightful Southern-inspired dish, featuring crispy, golden-brown slices of unripe tomatoes coated in a flavorful cornmeal batter. Perfect as a light lunch or snack, these tomatoes are savory, satisfying, and completely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Green tomatoes - 2 medium
• Cornmeal - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Plant-based milk (unsweetened) - 1/2 cup
• Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper (optional) - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oil for frying - 1/2 cup

Steps

1. Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices and set aside.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar to create a buttermilk substitute.
3. In another bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
5. Dip each tomato slice into the plant-based milk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the cornmeal mixture.
6. Carefully place the coated tomato slices in the hot oil, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
7. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
9. Serve warm, optionally with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from green tomatoes, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for those looking to maintain a healthy diet.

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