Fried Green Tomato Sandwich Recipe
piadina, bacon, basil pesto
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomato Sandwich Ingredients
Method
Fried Green Tomato Sandwich Directions
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- 2
Set Up Your Breading Station
In one shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. In a second dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, place the cornmeal.
- 3
- 4
Fry the Tomatoes
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded tomato slices, frying for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Cook the Bacon
In the same pan, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
On a piece of piadina, spread a generous layer of basil pesto. Add a layer of fried green tomatoes and top with crispy bacon. Place another piece of piadina on top to form a sandwich.
- 7
Serve
Cut the sandwich in half and serve warm. Enjoy!