Recipe:: Fried Green Tomatoes
As most of you may know I am the Entertaining Editor for Atlanta Magazine's HOME. In the latest issue, I showcased a traditional Southern recipe, Fried Green Tomatoes from one of the most original party ideas to date. One of my dear friends has a party called "The Birthday Club". My friend and fine art gallery owner, Arnika Dawkins, gathers throughout the year with her best gal pals to celebrate each of their birthdays in a unique way.Here's how it works: each woman chooses an activity for her birthday and the other birthday club members make it happen. The club has enjoyed traveling, spa days, and concerts. In the Spring issue we featured Arnika's birthday party. Everyone came together for lunch at Arnika's photography gallery. For the complete feature make sure to pick up a copy of Atlanta Magazine's HOME on newsstands now.Make sure to put this recipe in your spring appetizer arsenal and enjoy them with family and friends.xx Annette
Fried Green Tomatoes with Goat Cheese and Red Pepper Coulis Serves 6
You will need:- 1 cup goat cheese- 4 green tomatoes, sliced 1⁄2-inch thick- 2 eggs- 1⁄2 cup milk- 1 cup whole wheat flour- 1⁄2 cup panko breadcrumbs- 1⁄4 cup yellow cornmeal- 2 teaspoons salt- 1 cup vegetable oil- Feta and fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
To prepare:
Spread a small amount of goat cheese onto one side of each tomato slice. Arrange on a sheet pan, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Whisk eggs and milk in a shallow bowl. In a separate bowl, combine flour, breadcrumbs, cornmeal, and salt. One by one, dip each tomato slice into the egg mixture, then the crumb mixture; shake off any excess.
Pour oil into a deep frying pan and place over medium heat until a thermometer registers 350°F. Working in batches, fry tomatoes until golden on both sides, about 3 minutes per batch. Garnish with feta and basil, if using, and serve immediately with red pepper coulis.
Red Pepper Coulis
You will need:- 7 ounces roasted red peppers from a jar- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar- 1 clove garlic- 1⁄4 cup olive oil- 1 cup fresh basil leaves- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
To prepare:Puree all ingredients in a blender until smooth.