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Keto Fried Green Tomatoes with Crab Avocado Salad 🥑

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The Keto Fried Green Tomatoes With Crab Avocado Salad is a keto twist to the classic Southern dish. Crispy, savory, and bursting with flavor, this low-carb keto recipe is the best!

The unique spin on a Southern classic combines the tartness of unripe tomatoes with the richness of crab and the creaminess of avocado to create a satisfying and indulgent dish. And the best part? It's completely keto-friendly!

Keto Fried Green Tomatoes topped with a crab avocado salsa
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Preparation and cooking overview

This recipe comes together in 30 minutes with simple ingredients, making it ideal for homemade cooking. You must fry battered green tomato slices in hot oil until golden brown and top them with creamy avocado salad. The result? A keto twist ready to delight you with the traditional taste.

Chef's note

Isn't it just thrilling to create scrumptious, healthier versions of our favorite dishes? These Keto Fried Green Tomatoes are a testament to that! A quick tip - the key to a perfectly crispy coating is to ensure your oil is hot enough before you start frying. And remember the joy of cooking lies in your creativity. Feel free to play around with the spices in your breading mixture or try different toppings to make this dish uniquely yours. Let's dive into the fun of keto cooking, one tasty bite at a time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 Minutes
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Recipe Makes 3 Servings

🥑 Ingredients for this keto fried green tomatoes recipe

Green tomato recipe

  • 2 unripe tomatoes cut into ½″ slices (6 slices)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut flour
  • ¾ cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil for frying

Crab salad

  • 8 ounces of crab meat
  • 1 Roma tomato seeded and diced
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
  • 3 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • ¼ cup capers drained

Ingredient substitutions

  • Coconut flour: Substitute with almond flour. It has a similar texture and also a low amount of carbs, making it keto-friendly.
  • Parmesan cheese: Replace with nutritional yeast for a cheesy and nutty flavor.
  • Coconut oil: Use avocado oil. It has a similar smoke point and is also a healthy source of fats.
  • Roma tomato: Replace with cherry tomatoes. They are also low-carb and add a nice pop of color to the dish.

Additional ingredients and toppings

You can top up your Keto Fried Green Tomatoes with the following ingredients:

  • pimento cheese (yum!)
  • remoulade sauce
  • tucked in our Keto Rolls with lettuce, bacon, and mayo for a BLT Slider!
  • with a horseradish sauce
  • with Mexican crema, avocado, and pico de gallo
  • topped with a bruschetta mix

Cooking tools required

To make this Keto Fried Green Tomatoes recipe, you'll need the following tools:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Shallow bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Large cast-iron skillet
  • Paper towel
  • Whisk

How to make Keto Fried Green Tomatoes: step-by-step guide

Cooking methods

  • Frying

Preparation steps

  1. Gather all the cooking equipment, like the missing bowls and cast-iron skillet. Heat the skillet and add the coconut oil.
  2. Gather ingredients: Make sure you have all the ingredients in the needed amount.
  3. Prepare the breading mixture: Whisk the eggs, mix the dry ingredients, and cut the crab meat, avocado, and aroma tomatoes for crab salad.
  4. Prepare the capers: Soak them in water for 15 minutes if they are salt-packed. Then rinse and drain them with paper towels. If they are brine-packed, rinse them to remove some saltiness (skip if you like it salty) and drain them.

Cooking instructions

  1. Mix the coconut flour, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  2. Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Dip a tomato slice through the egg, then dredge through the flour mixture.
  4. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
  5. Repeat with remaining slices of tomato, then fry capers for 1 minute until they start to pop and are crisp.
  6. Mix the crab salad ingredients except for the capers in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  7. Top the fried tomatoes with the crab salad and fried capers to serve.
Keto Fried Green Tomatoes topped with a crab avocado salsa

Chef's pro tip

Even though the instructions are easy, you may burn the tomato slices. So, do not leave them to fry too long to avoid that. Also, if you overcrowd the skillet with too many slices at once, the oil temperature might drop, causing these slices to cook unevenly and be mushy. That's why you use medium-high heat, fry small numbers at once, and remove them from the skillet as soon as they look golden. This should make the tomatoes perfectly crispy and delicious.

How to make it healthier

  • Use an air fryer: Instead of deep-frying your tomatoes in oil, you can use an air fryer. This will decrease the amount of fat and calories in the final dish. First, preheat your air fryer to 400 °F degrees and put the battered tomatoes in a single layer. Cook for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown.

Time-saving tips

  • Use a food processor to grind the batter mix of coconut flour and parmesan cheese quickly and easily.
  • Use pre-cut unripe tomatoes.
  • Buy fried capers from stores. But check the label to ensure the ingredients are keto-friendly.

What can I prepare ahead of time?

  • Crab salad: Prepare the crab avocado salad before the frying process and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Green tomato slices: Slice tomatoes and store them in the refrigerator.
  • Batter: Mix the coconut flour with other cited ingredients to prepare the batter ahead of the process.

Storage and reheating instructions

Storage tips

  • Refrigerator: Allow the leftovers to cool down to room temperature. Then, place them in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag to store in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Freezer: Place the leftovers in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and store them in the freezer for up to two months.

Reheating method

  • Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), and put the slices in a single layer. Cook for 3-5 minutes while flipping halfway through.
  • Pan fry: Heat a small amount of oil in a frying pan over medium heat, add leftovers in a single layer, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain them in a paper towel to remove excess oil.
  • Deep fry: Remove your frozen raw slices from the freezer and defrost them. Once done, deep-fry them in coconut oil in a skillet.

Note: Do not microwave since they make the slices soggy.

Recipe wrap-up and conclusion

This Keto Fried Green Tomatoes recipe is a great addition to a low-carb diet and is perfect for anyone who loves crispy, tangy, and flavorful food. The combination of the crispy fried tomatoes with the rich and refreshing crab avocado salad makes for a delicious and satisfying comfort food. So go ahead and give this recipe a try, and you won't be disappointed!

Frequently asked questions

They are comparatively low in carbs, with approximately 7 grams of net carbs per 100 grams of tomatoes. The carb content may vary depending on the ripeness and the cooking method.

In this recipe, the carb content is balanced by cheese and other ingredients making it a keto-friendly option.

Yes, you can, but the moisture in ripe tomatoes is relatively higher than in green ones. This means you will have a more challenging time getting a good crisp crust on your snack. Also, it might not hold its shape if it's too ripe. So, please stick with the unripe one.

You can use other hard, aged cheeses like cheddar or asiago cheese instead of parmesan cheese.

No! They look similar, but tomatillos and tomato plants are different altogether. Tomatillos have sticky and papery husks. Their taste and texture also differ.

📖 Recipe

Keto Fried Green Tomatoes topped with a crab avocado salsa

Keto Fried Green Tomatoes

These Keto Fried Green Tomatoes are topped with a delicious Old Bay spiced crab and avocado salad for one delicious summer appetizer.
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30-minute, keto, low carb, southern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Calories: 673kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 green tomatoes cut into ½″ slices (6 slices, 210g)
  • 2 tablespoons 18g coconut flour
  • ¾ cup 65g parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil for frying

Crab Salad:

  • 8 ounces crab meat
  • 1 roma tomato seeded and diced (85g)
  • 1 avocado diced (122g)
  • 2 tablespoons 30g red onion, minced
  • 3 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • ¼ cup 35g capers, drained

Instructions

  • On a medium plate mix together the coconut flour, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and pepper. In a small bowl whisk the egg.
  • Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Dip a slice of the tomato through the egg then dredge through the flour mixture. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden. Repeat with remaining slices of tomato then fry capers for 1 minute until they start to pop and are crisp. Drain both tomatoes and capers on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • For the crab salad mix together the remaining ingredients except for the capers in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
  • To serve, top the fried green tomatoes with the crab salad and fried capers.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Keto Fried Green Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 673 Calories from Fat 504
% Daily Value*
Fat 56g86%
Saturated Fat 30g188%
Cholesterol 115mg38%
Sodium 1166mg51%
Potassium 762mg22%
Carbohydrates 17g6%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 1543IU31%
Vitamin C 35mg42%
Calcium 352mg35%
Iron 2mg11%
*

Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Lara says

    These look delicious!! Am I missing the instructions of how to prep these?

    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

  2. JILL says

    WHY NO INSTRUCTIONS?

    Reply

    • Alex Lester says

      Sorry about that, instructions are back up now.

      Reply

  3. Kaitlin Tippin says

    How much crab are we supposed to use? I’m not seeing it in the ingredients or directions.

    Reply

    • Alex Lester says

      It's in the part with the crab salad ingredients, 8 ounces.

      Reply

  4. Marla says

    Please post the Nitritional Info on the Crab recipe. Thank you.

    Reply

    • Cast Iron Keto says

      Hi Marla, the nutritional info is at the bottom of the recipe carb.

      Reply

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