Crunchy Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich
Indulge in the savory delight of a Crunchy Fried Green Tomato BLT Sandwich – Alrightwithme, where crispy textures meet fresh flavors for an unforgettable meal. This unique twist on the classic BLT uses fried green tomatoes to deliver a tangy crunch, paired perfectly with turkey bacon for a satisfying bite. It’s ideal for lunch, picnics, or casual gatherings, and can easily be customized with your favorite toppings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this sandwich is not just delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a must-try for any meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 2 pounds thick-cut turkey bacon
- 3 green tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- Lettuce
- 12 pieces white bread
- 1/2 cup duke's mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
- 2 teaspoons pickle juice
- 1 to 2 teaspoons grated horseradish
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cajun or creole spice mix
- 4 dashes of hot sauce
Instructions
- Slice green tomatoes into thick rounds. Combine cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, cayenne spice, and sugar in one bowl; whisk milk and egg in another.
- Dredge tomato slices in the milk mixture followed by the cornmeal mixture.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat (about 350°F). Fry tomato slices until golden brown on both sides (3-4 minutes each), then drain on paper towels.
- Mix mayonnaise, mustard, pickle juice, horseradish, paprika, cajun spice mix, and hot sauce for the sandwich sauce.
- Toast bread if desired. Spread sauce on each slice; layer with lettuce, turkey bacon, and fried green tomatoes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg