Air Fryer Fried Green Tomatoes
Crispy and tangy fried green tomatoes made healthier in the air fryer without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
For the Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Tomatoes
- 3 medium green tomatoes sliced 1/2-inch thick
- cooking spray or oil mist for spraying air fryer basket
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the green tomatoes. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: the first with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with a mix of cornmeal, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Breading
- Dip each tomato slice into the flour, coating both sides. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, letting excess drip off.
- Finally, coat the slice in the cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil mist.
- Place the breaded tomato slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them.
- Cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried green tomatoes from the air fryer and serve them hot.
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Notes
Serve as an appetizer or side dish. Pair with a spicy remoulade or ranch dressing for dipping. For variations, try different coatings like crushed corn flakes or add cheese into the cornmeal batter.