Recipe: Fried Green Tomatoes {Lower Carb, Grain Free, Gluten Free}

We are beginning to incorporate more low glycemic  fruits and vegetables into our diet, trying to find the right combo that keeps us healthy. All processed sugars, grains and large amounts of dairy are still pushed to the wayside, but when I saw that South Carolina peaches were in at the Farmer's Market, I did some research.

Berries are permitted in keto. Peaches have a glycemic rate of 42. Strawberries, which are allowed, are 40. Cherries, another fave of mine, are in the 20's. Peaches have 12 net grams of carbs. I realized that adding more of the foods God made for us to eat would only put us at 50 or so carbs a day, which is still way low. I believe for is, its going to be worth it.

We got some green tomatoes when we picked up the peaches, and I fried those puppies up today. I used almond meal instead of flour, to mimic the texture of corn meal, which is a pretty traditional coating. 

Total winner - two happy southern campers here!

Fried Green Tomatoes 

{Lower Carb, Grain free, Gluten Free}

 

• 1 - 2 Green Tomatoes, sliced
• 1/2 c. almond meal
• 1/4 c grated parmesan
• salt and pepper to taste
• choice of oil for frying
  Slice tomatoes in about 1/2 inch slices
  Mix almond meal and cheese together, with s & p
  Dredge each slice and place in lightly oiled skillet / pan
   Fry 5-7 minutes on medium, turn gingerly with spatula and brown on other side
  Serve immediately - can be transferred to a cookie sheet for reheating later (15 minutes at 375)

  5 net carbs for serving as shown in picture