Best 3 Fried Green Tomatoes In The Air Fryer Recipes

FRIED GREEN TOMATOES IN THE AIR FRYER

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Fried green tomatoes made healthier thanks to the air fryer.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

cooking spray
1 egg, beaten
½ cup cornmeal
⅓ cup self-rising flour
⅓ cup panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 green tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray.
Pour egg in a shallow dish. Mix cornmeal, flour, panko, salt, and pepper in a second shallow dish. Dip each tomato slice in egg and then coat both sides in cornmeal mixture.
Place tomato slices in a single layer in the prepared basket and lightly mist the tops with cooking spray.
Cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 minutes. Flip tomatoes and spray any dry spots with cooking spray. Cook 4 more minutes and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining tomato slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 777.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

AIR FRYER FRIED GREEN TOMATOES

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Fried green tomatoes are about as southern as you can get, comfort food at its best. An air fryer will allow you to put a healthier, but still totally delicious, version on the table.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes Fried Green Tomato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup buttermilk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup plain panko bread crumbs
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

Season tomato slices with salt and pepper.
Set up a breading station in 3 shallow dishes: pour flour into the first dish; stir together buttermilk and eggs in the second dish; and mix breadcrumbs, cornmeal, garlic powder, and paprika together in the third dish.
Dredge tomato slices in flour, shaking off the excess. Dip tomatoes into the egg mixture, and then into the bread crumb mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Brush the fryer basket with olive oil. Place breaded tomato slices in the fryer basket, making sure they do not touch each other; cook in batches if necessary. Brush the tops of tomatoes with olive oil.
Cook for 12 minutes, then flip the tomatoes and brush again with olive oil. Cook until crisp and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes more. Remove tomatoes to a paper towel-lined rack to keep crisp. Repeat with remaining tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Cholesterol 62.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 165.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

AIR-FRYER GREEN TOMATO BLT

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I have used this "frying" method with eggplant slices for years and decided to try it for my green tomatoes. It worked! Now my family loves them in BLTs. -Jolene Martinelli, Derry, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 medium green tomatoes (about 10 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko bread crumbs
Cooking spray
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dill weed
8 slices whole wheat bread, toasted
8 cooked center-cut bacon strips
4 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 350°. Cut each tomato crosswise into 4 slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place egg, flour and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip tomato slices in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into egg, and finally into bread crumb mixture, patting to help adhere. , In batches, arrange tomato slices in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4-6 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4-6 minutes longer., Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, green onions and dill. Layer each of 4 slices of bread with 2 bacon strips, 1 lettuce leaf and 2 tomato slices. Spread mayonnaise mixture over remaining slices of bread; place over top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1006mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

Choose firm, green tomatoes for frying. Avoid tomatoes that are too ripe or have blemishes.
Slice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices.
Dredge the tomato slices in flour, then in beaten eggs, and then in breadcrumbs.
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Place the breaded tomato slices in the air fryer basket and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve the fried green tomatoes with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Fried green tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for summer when tomatoes are in season. The air fryer makes it easy to fry green tomatoes without having to heat up your kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy this classic Southern dish in no time.