Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Prepare the Tomatoes

   Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

2. 2

   Prepare the Breading Station

   Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with cornmeal mixed with black pepper.

3. 3

   Breading the Tomatoes

   Dredge each tomato slice in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the cornmeal mixture.

4. 4

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.

5. 5

   Fry the Tomatoes

   In the same skillet with bacon drippings, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded green tomatoes in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

6. 6

   Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas and Corn

   In a separate pot, heat black-eyed peas and chopped bell pepper with a little salt and pepper until warm, about 5-7 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve

   Plate the fried green tomatoes, top with black-eyed peas and corn mixture, crumbled bacon, and drizzle with gingerline sauce. Garnish with chopped chives.