Frugal Fried Green Tomatoes

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Cheapest way to make fried green tomatoes that are crunchy on the outside, and taste like apple pie on the inside. Great side-dish for any meal!

Submitted by JONDEIK
Updated on August 22, 2022
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
3
Yield:
3 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • ½ cup cornmeal, or as needed

  • 6 green tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/16-inch slices

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. Place cornmeal in a bowl; dip and coat each tomato slice until thoroughly coated.

  3. Place coated tomato slices side by side in the hot oil; fry until coating is browned and crusty, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and black pepper. Repeat with remaining tomato slices.

Cook's Note:

All-purpose flour can be substituted for the cornmeal.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

222 Calories
10g Fat
31g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 222
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 2g 8%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 5g 9%
Vitamin C 58mg 64%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 537mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.