Fried Green Tomato Pie

Fried Green Tomato Pie is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, featuring crispy fried green tomatoes layered on a savory almond flour crust. This Paleo-inspired dish combines the freshness of garden tomatoes with aromatic spices, making it a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 1 cup
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green tomatoes - 2 medium, sliced
• Coconut flour - 1/2 cup
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - for frying
• Fresh basil - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut oil, egg, salt, and pepper to form a dough. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan and bake for 10 minutes until slightly golden.
3. While the crust is baking, prepare the fried green tomatoes. In a shallow dish, mix coconut flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
4. Dip each tomato slice in the coconut flour mixture, coating well.
5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Fry the coated tomato slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. Once the crust is done, layer the fried green tomatoes evenly over the baked crust.
7. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil and nutritional yeast (if using) over the tomatoes.
8. Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from green tomatoes, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Almond flour is a great source of healthy fats and vitamin E.

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