Bistro Blt Recipe
fried green tomatoes, red tomatoes, lettuce, bacon, garlic aioli, biscuits
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Bacon
Lettuce and Tomatoes
Garlic Aioli
Biscuits
Method
Fried Green Tomatoes
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In a second bowl, pour the buttermilk. In a third bowl, add the cornmeal mixed with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3
Bread the Tomatoes
Coat each slice of tomato in flour, then dip in buttermilk, and finally coat in cornmeal.
- 4
Fry the Tomatoes
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the breaded tomatoes until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Bacon
- 5
Lettuce and Tomatoes
- 6
Prepare Fresh Ingredients
Slice the red tomato into thick slices. Rinse and dry the lettuce leaves.
Garlic Aioli
- 7
Make the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Biscuits
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 9
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 10
Incorporate Butter
Cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 11
Add Milk and Form Dough
Stir in milk until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 12
Shape and Bake
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.