Fried Green Tomato Recipe
english muffin, sliced tomato, smashed avocado, hollandaise, served with breakfast potato
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Ingredients
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Fried Green Tomatoes
Smashed Avocado
Hollandaise Sauce
Breakfast Potatoes
English Muffin
Method
Fried Green Tomatoes
- 1
Prepare the Tomatoes
Slice the green tomatoes into 1/2 inch thick slices. Sprinkle with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- 2
Breading Setup
Set up a breading station with one bowl for the buttermilk, one bowl for the flour, and one bowl for the cornmeal mixed with black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Tomatoes
Dip each tomato slice first in the flour, then in the buttermilk, and finally coat with cornmeal, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Fry the Tomatoes
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the tomato slices in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Smashed Avocado
- 5
Prepare the Avocados
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- 6
Mash the Avocados
Add lime juice, salt, and red pepper flakes to the bowl. Use a fork to smash the avocado to your desired consistency.
Hollandaise Sauce
- 7
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Let it cool slightly.
- 8
- 9
Combine Ingredients
Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while continuously whisking the egg yolks. Add lemon juice, salt, and cayenne pepper to taste, whisking until the sauce thickens.
Breakfast Potatoes
English Muffin
- 12
Toast the Muffins
Slice the English muffins in half and toast them in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.