Alkaloid
Alkaloids are a class of naturally occurring organic compounds that mostly contain basic nitrogen atoms. This group also includes some related compounds with neutral and even weakly acidic properties. Some synthetic compounds of similar structure may also be termed alkaloids. In addition to carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen, alkaloids may also contain oxygen, sulfur and, more rarely, other elements such as chlorine, bromine, and phosphorus.
found in green tomatoes which may cause a negative reaction if ingested. That is why it is mostly eaten cooked or fried. Are Fried Green Tomatoes good for you?
Besides,Is it OK to eat frozen green tomatoes?
For green tomatoes, this isn’t such a bad thing, as the green tomatoes can still be fried after being frozen, and turn out almost as good as they would have been if they were fried fresh. You will not be able to use the frozen green tomatoes in a salad or eaten as is, as they will have a soggy, mushy consistency.
Then,Are green tomatoes poisonous?
An unripe tomato that is still completely green does contain the toxic alkaloid solanine. This heat-resistant natural poison is found in all solanaceous crops, like potatoes. But green tomatoes are not that dangerous: a solanine content of up to 32 milligrams per 100 grams was measured.
Beside this,What’s the best way to make fried tomatoes?
Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs and salt and pepper on another plate. Dip tomatoes into flour to coat. Then dip the tomatoes into milk and egg mixture. Dredge in breadcrumbs to completely coat. In a large skillet, pour vegetable oil (enough so that there is 1/2 inch of oil in the pan) and heat over a medium heat.
What’s the best way to cook a frozen tomato?
Hold a frozen tomato under warm running water for 20 to 30 seconds to thaw the skin. Peel the tomato by pulling the loosened skin off and discarding it. Repeat the process for four to six large tomatoes or eight to 10 medium-sized tomatoes. Set the peeled tomatoes in a bowl to thaw until they are soft enough to crush.