Ingredients
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½ cupVegetable Oil
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1 cupFlour
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1 cupCornmeal
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Kosher Salt and Pepper, to taste
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2Eggs, beaten
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2Large Green Tomatoes, sliced into ½-inch rounds
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4 ouncesBuffalo Mozzarella, sliced
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½ cupPickled Red Onions
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¼ cupBalsamic Vinegar Reduction
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Basil Oil, as needed
Preparation
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Whisk together flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper. Dredge each tomato slice in beaten eggs and then in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy for about 15 to 18 minutes per side. Drain. To assemble, place a slice of buffalo mozzarella on top of each fried green tomato slice and grill under broiler to melt cheese, browning if preferred.
Garnish with pickled red onions, balsamic vinegar reduction and basil oil. Makes 2 servings.