Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites
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Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites

Mini BLTs on fried green tomato slices - a creative Southern appetizer that's fresh and delicious.

40 min
12 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

15m

Servings

12

Difficulty

Medium

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

180

Protein

4 g

Carbs

16 g

Fat

11 g

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Ingredients

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  • 3 large green tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Cherry tomatoes

Instructions

1

Soak tomato slices in buttermilk 15 minutes.

2

Mix cornmeal, flour, salt, and pepper.

3

Heat oil to 375°F.

4

Dredge tomato slices in cornmeal mixture.

5

Fry 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Drain.

6

Top each fried tomato with a small piece of lettuce, bacon crumbles, and a dollop of mayo.

7

Garnish with cherry tomato half.

8

Serve immediately.

Chef's Comfy Tip

These are best served immediately while the tomatoes are still crispy - prep everything ahead and fry just before serving.

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