Southern Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites

A twist on the classic BLT sandwich, these bite-sized Southern Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites are a delightful combination of crispy fried green tomatoes, smoky bacon, creamy mayonnaise, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomatoes, all on toasted bread.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 6 slices pork bacon
• 1 cup regular breadcrumbs
• 4 small green tomatoes
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: In a shallow dish, mix together flour, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon hot sauce.

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   Step 2: Pour buttermilk and melted butter into separate shallow dishes.

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   Step 3: Dip each green tomato slice into the flour mixture, then the buttermilk mixture, and finally the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat.

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   Step 4: Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Step 5: Fry the breaded tomato slices for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

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   Step 6: Remove the fried tomatoes from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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   Step 7: In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy.

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   Step 8: Assemble the BLT bites by spreading a layer of mayonnaise on toasted bread, followed by a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, a few strips of crispy bacon, and finally a fried green tomato slice.

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   Step 9: Repeat the layers and top with another slice of bread.

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    Step 10: Cut into bite-sized pieces and serve immediately.

💡 Pro Tips

To make the perfect Southern Fried Green Tomato BLT Bites, be sure to use high-quality ingredients, such as thick-cut bacon and ripe tomatoes. Also, don't overcook the green tomatoes or they will become too crispy.

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