Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Tomatoes

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

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In one bowl, place the flour mixed with black pepper. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk and beaten eggs. In a third bowl, mix the cornmeal with a pinch of salt.

3. 3

   Bread the Tomatoes

   Dredge each tomato slice first in the flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip in the buttermilk mixture, and finally coat with the cornmeal.

4. 4

   Fry the Tomatoes

   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded tomato slices, working in batches if necessary. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.

5. 5

   Prepare the Topping

   While the tomatoes are frying, prepare the topping by mixing the lump crabmeat with crumbled bleu cheese in a bowl.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the tomatoes are fried, place them on a serving platter. Top each slice with the crab and bleu cheese mixture. Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.