Description
Experience the ultimate flavor sensation with the Crunchy Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich, a delightful twist on the classic favorite. This sandwich features crispy fried green tomatoes, savory bacon, and fresh lettuce, all layered between slices of hearty bread. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this mouthwatering creation is sure to impress your family and friends. With its perfect balance of crunch and creaminess from the homemade sauce, every bite delivers an explosion of flavors that will keep you coming back for more. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, this sandwich is a must-try for any food lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 2 pounds of thick-cut bacon (cooked)
- 3 green tomatoes (cut into slices)
- 1/2 cup of cornmeal
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup oil for frying
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne spice
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Lettuce
- 12 pieces of high-quality white bread
- 1/2 cup of Duke's mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
- 2 teaspoons pickle juice
- 1 to 2 teaspoons grated horseradish
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cajun or creole spice mix
- 4 dashes of hot sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the fried green tomatoes by dipping slices in a wet mixture of milk and egg, then dredging in a dry mixture of cornmeal, flour, and spices.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the battered tomato slices until golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble the sandwich by spreading mayonnaise on toasted bread and layering with bacon, fried green tomatoes, and lettuce.
- Drizzle with your favorite sauce before topping with additional bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg