Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict Breakfast
Southern

Fried Green Tomato Eggs Benedict

A Southern twist on eggs Benedict with fried green tomatoes and country ham.

45
Total Min
25
Cook Min
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 4.00 g reen tomatoes , sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1.00 cup cornmeal
  • 0.50 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.00 tsp salt
  • 1.00 tsp black pepper
  • 0.50 tsp cayenne
  • 2.00 eggs for coating
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 8.00 l arge eggs for poaching
  • 4.00 english muffins , split and toasted
  • 1.00 cup hollandaise sauce
  • 8.00 slice canadian bacon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne together.

  2. 2

    Beat 2 eggs in a shallow bowl.

  3. 3

    Dip tomato slices in beaten egg then dredge in cornmeal mixture.

  4. 4

    Fry in hot oil at 350°F for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.

  5. 5

    Drain on paper towels.

  6. 6

    Poach 8 eggs in simmering water with a splash of vinegar for 3-4 minutes.

  7. 7

    Toast English muffins and top each with Canadian bacon, a fried green tomato slice, and a poached egg.

  8. 8

    Drizzle generously with hollandaise sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (4 servings)
Calories 3896
Total Fat239g
Saturated Fat82g
Cholesterol7615mg
Sodium5332mg
Total Carbohydrate155g
Dietary Fiber21g
Total Sugars11g
Protein296g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
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