The Firefly Recipe
Cornmeal Fried Green Tomato with Pimento Cheese
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pimento Cheese
In a mixing bowl, combine the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Green Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices. In one bowl, place buttermilk. In another bowl, mix cornmeal, flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Fry the Tomatoes
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dip each tomato slice into the buttermilk, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture. Fry in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Serve
Serve the fried green tomatoes hot, topped with a generous dollop of pimento cheese.