Fried Red Tomatoes Recipe

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Fried Red Tomatoes
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Directions:

  1. Cut thin slice from each end of each tomato. Discard ends. Cut each tomato crosswise into 3 thick slices.
  2. Mix polenta, fine cornmeal, Parmesan cheese, cayenne, and salt in medium bowl. Dredge tomato slices thoroughly in cornmeal mixture. Transfer to plate.
  3. Pour enough oil into heavy large skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch. Heat oil over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, add tomatoes and cook until crisp and golden, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer tomatoes to paper towels; drain. Transfer tomatoes to platter and serve.
  4. * Available at Italian markets, natural foods stores, and some supermarkets.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 119.93 Kcal (502 kJ)
Calories from fat 21.87 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.43g 4%
Cholesterol 4.84mg 2%
Sodium 885.77mg 37%
Potassium 156.18mg 3%
Total Carbs 20.76g 7%
Sugars 1.34g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2.16g 9%
Protein 4.37g 9%
Vitamin C 5.4mg 9%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 18%
Iron 0.5mg 3%
Calcium 79.5mg 8%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 140.28 Kcal (587 kJ)
Calories from fat 25.58 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.84g 4%
Cholesterol 5.66mg 2%
Sodium 1036.07mg 37%
Potassium 182.68mg 3%
Total Carbs 24.28g 7%
Sugars 1.57g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2.53g 9%
Protein 5.11g 9%
Vitamin C 6.3mg 9%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 18%
Iron 0.6mg 3%
Calcium 93mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.2
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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