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Preheat oil to 375 degrees F.
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Beat eggs with milk in a 9 by 9 by 13-inch baking dish.
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Dip the bagels in the egg mixture and dredge in flour.
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Carefully transfer bagels into the deep fryer.
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Remove when golden and brown; turning once half way through the cooking process.
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Transfer to a paper towel lined sheet tray to drain with tongs.
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Let cool completely.
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Top with chive cream cheese, slices of smoked salmon, thinly sliced red onion, fried tomatoes and fried capers.
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Stir together cream cheese and chives in a mixing bowl until evenly combined.
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Preheat deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
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Slice the tomatoes 1/4-inch thick and sprinkle with salt.
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Place the tomato slices in a colander and allow time for the salt to pull the water out of the tomatoes, approximately 30 minutes.
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Dip the tomatoes in buttermilk, then dredge them in the flour.
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Deep-fry until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking process with tongs.
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Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
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Keep warm until serving.
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Preheat deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
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Dry capers on a paper towel.
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Fry for 40 seconds.
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Remove with a spider or fine sieve to a paper towel lined sheet tray to drain.
