Crunchy Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich
The Crunchy Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich is a delicious twist on the classic BLT featuring crispy fried green tomatoes that add a tangy crunch, paired with smoky bacon, fresh lettuce, and creamy mayonnaise on toasted bread. This sandwich offers a perfect balance of bold flavors and textures, ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free bread and coating are used)
Ingredients
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For the Fried Green Tomatoes
- 3–4 firm green tomatoes, sliced 1/2 inch thick
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Sandwich
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4–6 leaves crisp romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 4 slices toasted sandwich bread or ciabatta
- Mayonnaise, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Fried Green Tomatoes: Slice the green tomatoes about half an inch thick and pat them dry. Soak the slices in buttermilk for 10 minutes. In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and optional paprika. Dip each tomato slice into the flour mixture, then back into the buttermilk, and again into the flour mixture for a thick, even coating.
- Fry the Tomatoes: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated tomato slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Cook the Bacon: While the tomatoes cool slightly, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and keep warm.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Toast the bread slices until golden brown. Spread mayonnaise on each slice, then layer lettuce leaves, fried green tomatoes, and bacon. Close the sandwich with the other bread slice and press gently to hold together.
- Slice and Serve: Cut the sandwich in half for easy handling and serve immediately to enjoy the full crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Choose firm green tomatoes for the best frying texture.
- Use the double dredging method for extra crunch on the tomatoes.
- Keep oil temperature steady at around 350°F during frying to avoid sogginess.
- Drain fried tomatoes on paper towels immediately to maintain crispness.
- Toast bread well to add crunch and prevent sogginess from mayo and tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
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