Southern Benedict Recipe
2 poached eggs, pit ham, buttermilk biscuit, fried green tomato, and hollandaise.
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Ingredients
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Eggs
Pit Ham
Buttermilk Biscuit
Fried Green Tomato
Hollandaise Sauce
Method
Preparation of Buttermilk Biscuit
- 1
Make the Biscuit Dough
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
- 2
Shape the Biscuits
Turn the dough onto a floured surface, gently knead it a few times, and then pat it into a 1-inch thick round. Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter and place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake the Biscuits
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Bake the biscuits for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Preparation of Fried Green Tomatoes
- 4
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
- 6
Fry the Tomatoes
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded tomato slices for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Poaching the Eggs
- 7
Prepare Poaching Liquid
Fill a saucepan with water and add vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 8
Poach the Eggs
Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide them into the simmering water. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Remove with a slotted spoon.
Hollandaise Sauce Preparation
- 9
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until completely melted. Remove from heat.
- 10
Whisk Egg Yolks and Lemon Juice
In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice.
- 11
Combine and Emulsify
Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler). Whisk continuously while slowly drizzling the melted butter into the egg yolk mixture until thickened and creamy. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
Assembly
- 12
Assemble the Southern Benedict
On a plate, place a halved biscuit, top with pit ham, a fried green tomato slice, and a poached egg. Drizzle with hollandaise sauce. Serve immediately.
