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Southern Comfort Food: Fried Green Tomatoes in the Air Fryer Recipe
Published: April 1, 2024
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy air fryer recipe for crispy fried green tomatoes. Perfect for a delicious Southern-inspired meal.
Whipping up my Southern Comfort Cuisine today! Slicing green tomatoes, coating them in a zesty cornmeal mix, then air frying to crispy perfection. Can't wait to savor these golden beauties!
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Here's something I whipped up that you're bound to fall in love with - Southern Comfort Cuisine. Picture bite-sized slices of green tomatoes, coated in a seasoned cornmeal-mix, air fried until they're crisp and golden brown. It's my go-to when I'm in the mood for a simple, heartwarming side dish. There's something about this concoction of textures and flavors that never fails to bring a smile to my face. Let's get frying!
Ingredients for Delicious Southern Comfort Food
- Green tomatoes: Unripe tomatoes with a tangy flavor and firm texture, perfect for frying to create a crispy and savory dish.
- Cornmeal: Adds a crunchy coating to the tomatoes, enhancing texture and flavor while providing a satisfying crunch when air-fried.
One interesting fact about this southern comfort cuisine recipe is that you can add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese to the cornmeal mixture for an extra savory kick! It adds a delicious depth of flavor to the crispy fried green tomatoes.
Essential Tools for Preparing Southern Comfort Cuisine
- Air fryer: Cooks the green tomatoes to crispy perfection without the need for deep frying.
- Shallow dish: Used to coat the tomato slices evenly with the cornmeal mixture.
- Cooking spray: Prevents the tomato slices from sticking to the air fryer basket during cooking.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Comfort Cooking
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 green tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, mix cornmeal, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredge tomato slices in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the coated tomato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tomatoes are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 40 g | Protein: 4 g | Total Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fat: 0 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Sodium: 590 mg | Dietary Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g | Calcium: 20 mg | Potassium: 400 mg | Iron: 2 mg | Vitamin A: 800 µg | Vitamin C: 30 mg
Make Ahead and Freezing Tips for Southern Comfort Cuisine
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the green tomatoes as per the recipe instructions.
- Instead of air frying, arrange the coated tomato slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer until the tomato slices are frozen solid.
- Once frozen, transfer the tomato slices to a freezer-safe container or bag.
- Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Freezing Instructions
- Allow the fried green tomatoes to cool completely.
- Place the tomatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
- Transfer the frozen tomatoes to a freezer-safe container or bag.
- Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- When ready to eat, reheat the frozen tomatoes in the air fryer until crispy and heated through.
