Crab Salad With Fried Green Tomatoes Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crab Salad
Fried Green Tomatoes
Garnish
Method
Crab Salad Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the fresh lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped green onion, and chopped celery.
- 2
Season and Combine
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Gently fold the ingredients together to combine without breaking up the crab meat too much.
- 3
Chill
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fried Green Tomatoes Preparation
- 4
Prepare Breading Station
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with buttermilk, one with flour mixed with salt and black pepper, and one with cornmeal.
- 5
Bread Tomato Slices
Dip each tomato slice first in the flour mixture, then in the buttermilk, and finally in the cornmeal, ensuring each slice is well-coated.
- 6
Heat Oil and Fry
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the breaded tomato slices in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
- 7
Fry Tomatoes
Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Assembly
- 8
Layer Fried Green Tomatoes
On a serving plate, place a layer of fried green tomatoes.
- 9
Add Crab Salad
Spoon the chilled crab salad generously over the fried green tomatoes.
- 10
Garnish
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color.