Fried Green Tomato Bl(A)T Recipe

Name: Fried Green Tomato Bl(A)T
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 fresh sandwich rolls, sliced in half; 8 slices cripsy bacon; 4 pieces butter lettuce; 2 avocados, pealed and sliced; 2 green heirloom tomatoes; mayonnaise (homemade if possible); 2 eggs, lightly beaten; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1 cup cornmeal; sea salt; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook bacon in a large cast iron pan until crispy. Set bacon aside on paper towels.
2
Keep cast iron pan and bacon drippings hot on the stove top.
3
Slice green tomatoes into 1/4 inch slabs.
4
First, dip tomato slabs in shallow bowl of flour to lightly coat.
5
Next, dip tomatoes into a shallow bowl with lightly beaten egg.
6
Finally, coat the tomatoes in cornmeal.
7
Fry tomatoes in hot bacon drippings. Cook for about 3 minutes on a side. Sprinkle each slice of tomato with salt and freshly ground pepper
8
Assemble sandwich: slice roll in half; slather each slice with homemade mayo; add crispy bacon, slices of avocado, fried tomato, and butter lettuce.
9
Enjoy!

581

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Fat

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Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 fresh sandwich rolls, sliced in half, 8 slices cripsy bacon, 4 pieces butter lettuce, 2 avocados, pealed and sliced, and more.

Yes, Fried Green Tomato Bl(A)T falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fried Green Tomato Bl(A)T

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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