Mawmaw's Simple Fried Green Tomatoes

Vegan fried green tomatoes are lightly coated in cornmeal and cooked to a perfect light brown crispness. They are a quick and easy appetizer for any gathering.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 280 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• salt to taste
• 2 cups self-rising cornmeal
• 1 cup canola oil, or as needed
• 4 firm green tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 quart ice water, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour ice water into a large bowl and add tomatoes; soak for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat 1/2 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.

Step 3

Combine cornmeal and flour in a medium bowl. Remove tomatoes from ice water, one at a time, and coat lightly in cornmeal mixture; shake off any excess.

Step 4

Working in batches, cook coated tomatoes in hot oil until edges are golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove tomatoes to a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle lightly with salt and serve hot.