BLT with Fried Green Tomatoes

For a Southern twist on the classic BLT, swap raw tomatoes for crunchy, tart fried green ones. The lemon-basil mayonnaise adds a bright, herbal note that complements the salty bacon perfectly.

BLT with Fried Green Tomatoes

For a Southern twist on the classic BLT, swap raw tomatoes for crunchy, tart fried green ones. The lemon-basil mayonnaise adds a bright, herbal note that complements the salty bacon perfectly.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 1 servings

Course: Lunch

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

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Main Ingredients

• Sandwich: 2 thick slices white bread 3 slices applewood bacon, 2 lettuce leaves
• Star: 4 slices Fried Green Tomatoes cornmeal crusted
• Mayo: 2 tbsp mayonnaise 2 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped basil

Equipment

• Frying pan
• Toaster or Grill pan
• Small bowl

Method

 

Instructions

1. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, and basil in a small bowl.
2. Grill or broil bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3. Butter the bread and toast in a pan until golden.
4. Spread toast generously with the basil mayo.
5. Layer lettuce, warm fried green tomatoes, and bacon. close sandwich and serve.

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