ZESTY FRIED GREEN TOMATOES

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You don't have to be from the South to savor this traditional treat-a wonderful way to use up unripened fall tomatoes. We start our tomato plants in early spring so we can enjoy their bounty as long as possible.-Gladys Gibbs, Brush Creek, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
Salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 to 1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of tomatoes with salt; let stand for 10 minutes. In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs. In another shallow bowl, combine the cornmeal, cheese, flour and seasonings. Pat tomatoes dry. Dip in eggs, then coat with cornmeal mixture., In a large skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat. Fry tomatoes, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown, adding more oil as needed. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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