The Vegan Fried Okra and Green Tomato Fritters are very delicious and crunchy. This snack has 170 calories and five grams of protein in each serving. Takes 35 minutes to prepare these fritters, a perfect snack for busy days. It contains okra, green tomatoes, yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, herbs, water, green onion, garlic, seasoning, vegan milk, and olive oil. This snack is very easy to make as the instructions are simple. We may pair these fritters with tomato soup, avocado toast, bean salad, mashed potatoes, or vegan biscuits. Include these Vegan Fried Okra and Green Tomato Fritters in the container to store for 3 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Snack
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 4
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Serving Size: 3 fritters
EQUIPMENT:
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Fork
- Large nonstick skillet
- Spatula
- Paper towels
- Plate
- Small bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/3 cup unsweetened vegan milk
- 1 cup okra
- Quarter cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup green tomatoes
- Half cup yellow cornmeal
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- Half tsp salt
- 3 tbsp water
- Quarter cup green onion
- 1 minced garlic clove
- Half tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Quarter tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
OKRA:
- We use okra as the main ingredient to give a soft and mild earthy taste to the fritters. Okra sticks the mixture together properly when we chop it finely. You may use frozen okra as per your preference.
GREEN TOMATOES:
- They add a fresh and sour taste to the snack. Green tomatoes are firmer, so they do not get soft while cooking. You may use firm unripe tomatoes as another idea.
YELLOW CORNMEAL:
- It absorbs the moisture from the vegetables and makes the fritters crispy. You may use corn flour as an alternative.
UNSWEETENED VEGAN MILK:
- This milk gives moisture to the batter and gives better results. Milk also helps mix the flour and cornmeal well with the vegetables to give a soft mixture. Include unsweetened soy milk as per your like.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Mix the flaxseed with water for 5 minutes in the bowl and chop the vegetables.
- Include cornmeal, salt, flour, paprika, pepper, onion powder, and cayenne in the bowl.
- Mix chopped vegetables, garlic, flax mixture, and vegan milk to make a thick mixture.
- Warm olive oil in the skillet over medium flame and include two tbsp mixture for each fritter.
- Flatten them gently and cook for 4 minutes on each side till they get golden.
- Put the fritters on the paper towel and serve them warm with dipping sauce.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SAUCES:
- Vegan Ranch
- Garlic Aioli
- Tomato Salsa
- Hot Sauce
- Vegan Chipotle Sauce
SALADS:
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Coleslaw
- Garden Salad
- Corn Salad
- Avocado Salad
SIDES:
- Vegan Collard Greens
- Mashed Potatoes
- Corn on the Cob
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Vegan Baked Beans
SOUPS:
- Tomato Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Bean Soup
- Corn Chowder
BRUNCH:
- Tofu Scramble
- Avocado Toast
- Vegan Breakfast Potatoes
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Vegan Biscuits
TIPS:
- Chop the okra and green tomatoes into small pieces to shape the fritters easily.
- Leave the batter for ten minutes then cook so the cornmeal absorbs the extra moisture well.
- Press the batter gently in the pan to cook the fritters evenly.
- Serve the snack right after cooking forr better crisp and taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Cool the fritters, then store them in the container for three days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the fritters on the baking sheet, then put them in the container to keep for two months.
FAQs:
Are ripe tomatoes good to include in this recipe?
- Yes, you may use them but they make the fritters too soft.
Can I include cheese in these fritters?
- Yes, you may use vegan cheese to add richness in the fritters.
What makes the batter too wet?
- The vegetables release moisture that makes wet moisture, include one tbsp cornmeal at a time to make thick mixture.
Can I include extra vegetables in the recipe?
You may use finely chopped corn, bell pepper, zucchiUni, or onion as per your preference.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 23 grams
Iron: 2 g
Total Carbs: 26 grams
Calories: 170 kcal
Vitamin A: 1,200 IU
Fiber: 3 g
Calcium: 60 grams
Protein: 5 g
Sodium: 320 grams
Potassium: 260 g
