Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes are a delightful and tangy Southern-inspired dish that’s perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these green tomato slices are coated with a flavorful vegan batter and fried to perfection. Here’s the full recipe, along with nutrition facts and servings.
Recipe: Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes
Ingredients:
For the Batter:
- 4 large green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Vegan Remoulade Sauce:
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to your preferred level of spiciness)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Nutrition Facts (Approximate values per serving):
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 5g
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Servings:
This recipe makes approximately 4 servings of Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes.
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Tomatoes:
- Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place them on a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. Create the Batter:
- In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a few minutes to create a vegan buttermilk.
3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Dip and Coat:
- Dip each tomato slice into the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat it with the flour-cornmeal mixture. Ensure each slice is evenly coated.
5. Heat the Oil:
- In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it’s hot but not smoking.
6. Fry the Tomatoes:
- Carefully place the coated tomato slices into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
7. Drain and Cool:
- Place the fried green tomatoes on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly.
8. Make the Remoulade Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This sauce is perfect for dipping.
9. Serve:
- Serve the Vegan Fried Green Tomatoes hot with a side of the homemade remoulade sauce.
