Italian Style Fried Green Tomatoes

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Italian Style Fried Green Tomatoes
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 medium green tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/3 cup romano cheese
1 teaspoon sweet basil
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs , beaten
1/4 cup olive oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
431
Sugar
6g
Fat
29g
Fried Green Tomatoes are a popular Southern dish that have been enjoyed for over a century. This Italian Style Fried Green Tomatoes recipe adds a delicious twist to the classic dish with a blend of Italian seasonings and romano cheese. The green tomatoes are sliced, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and fried until crispy and golden brown. These tasty little bites are perfect as an appetizer or as a snack, and are sure to be a hit with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch slices and sprinkle salt on both sides of each slice.
2.In a shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, romano cheese, sweet basil, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
3.In a separate shallow dish, beat the eggs.
4.Dip each tomato slice in the eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
5.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
6.Fry the tomato slices for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels before serving.

PROS

Italian Style Fried Green Tomatoes are a crispy and flavorful appetizer that are perfect for entertaining guests or as a snack.

They are a great way to use up leftover green tomatoes from your garden.

CONS

These tomatoes are fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest food option, green tomatoes are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as iron, calcium, and potassium.
Frying them does negate some of these benefits, but incorporating them into your diet occasionally can still be beneficial.

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