Keto Fried Green Tomatoes 🍅
A delicious and crispy low-carb take on the classic Southern fried green tomatoes, perfect for a keto-friendly appetizer or snack. Served with a zesty dipping sauce.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Small Bowl
- Shallow Bowls
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 3 medium green tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ground plain pork rinds
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 large eggs beaten
- Mild flavored oil of your choice, for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free ketchup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Tomatoes: Start by carefully slicing your firm green tomatoes into uniform rounds, about 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick. Gently press them between layers of paper towels to absorb any extra moisture – this little step is key for extra crispiness!
- Mix the Zesty Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, prepared horseradish, sugar-free ketchup, smoked paprika, garlic salt, and fresh lemon juice until smooth. Set this flavorful sauce aside to let the ingredients mingle while you prepare the main dish.
- Create Your Breading: In a separate shallow bowl, combine the almond flour, grated parmesan cheese, finely ground pork rinds, garlic powder, dried parsley, dried basil, and dried oregano. Stir everything together well to create your delicious, gluten-free coating.
- Set Up for Coating: Get another shallow bowl ready with your two beaten eggs. Now you have a clear assembly line: tomato slices, egg wash, and breading mixture.
- Coat Each Slice: Dip each tomato slice first into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off. Then, transfer it to the breading mixture, gently pressing to coat both sides. Don't press too firmly! Give it a light shake to remove any loose crumbs, then place the breaded slice on a clean plate or a sheet of parchment paper. Repeat this process for all your tomato slices.
- Shallow Fry to Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add your preferred mild cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the breaded tomato slices in batches – don't overcrowd the pan! Fry for a few minutes on each side until they turn a beautiful golden brown and are wonderfully crispy.
- Drain and Serve: As you remove the fried tomatoes from the skillet, place them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any extra oil. Serve these delightful, crispy Keto Fried Green Tomatoes immediately with your zesty dipping sauce. Enjoy this easy and healthy Southern-inspired treat!
Notes
Enjoy this easy and healthy Southern-inspired treat!
Nutrition Information: Calories: 298kcal, Total Carbs: 7g, Net Carbs: 6g, Fats: 26g, Protein: 10g.
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