Low Carb Crispy Southern Fried Tomatoes
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Low Carb Crispy Southern Fried Tomatoes**, a keto-friendly twist on the classic Southern favorite. These golden-brown delights feature tender slices of green tomatoes coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, and savory spices like garlic powder and paprika. Dipped in a creamy egg batter and fried to perfection in olive oil, they deliver that satisfyingly crispy texture without the carbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack. Serve them warm and garnish with extra Parmesan for a dish that brings the taste of the South to your table—guilt-free and gluten-free!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Green tomatoes
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0 for frying Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Wash and slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices.
Step 2
In a shallow bowl, combine almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream until well blended.
Step 4
Dip each tomato slice into the egg mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then dredge in the almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 5
Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Step 6
Working in batches, fry the coated tomato slices in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Transfer the fried tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the crispy southern fried tomatoes warm as a side dish or appetizer, garnishing with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (911.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2150.0 |
| Total Fat 192.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.5g | |
| Cholesterol 482mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3942.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 51.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.2g | |
| Protein 72.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1228.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1231.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories