Fried Tomato Parmesan
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
Crispy, golden fried green tomatoes topped with real Parmigiano-Reggiano, perfect for serving over spaghetti, rice, or as a po-boy filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large, firm green tomatoes, cored and sliced 1/2″ thick
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cups good marinara sauce (I use Newman’s Own)
- 6 thin slices mozzarella or provolone cheese (or 2 cups grated)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- cooked spaghetti or other pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a shallow dish, mix the egg and milk together and set aside.
- In another shallow dish, combine the breadcrumbs, flour, and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
- Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper.
- Dip each tomato slice into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Fry the coated tomato slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the fried tomatoes to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to ensure they are cooked through.
- Serve immediately, either on their own or as a topping for spaghetti, rice, or potatoes.
Notes
For best results, use real Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. These tomatoes are versatile and can be served over pasta, rice, or as a sandwich filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
