1tspspicy chile pepperground, I used powdered chipotle
1tsponion powder
½tspgarlic powder
salt and pepperto taste
3eggsoptional for full breakfast
¼cupbacon fat or refined olive oil
sauce for servingI used this homemade Italian Romesco sauce. Remoulade sauce is also good.
3Tbspolive oilcan use lard or bacon grease
Instructions
For the Fried Tomatoes:
With a sharp knife, slice the tomatoes about 1/4" thick (no thicker than 1/2”). Place on paper towels and sprinkle with a little salt, and let them sit for a few minutes to draw out water.
3 green tomatoes
Crush the chicharrones by placing them in a bag and pounding with the bottom of a glass or something flat and heavy. In a medium size bowl, use a slotted spoon or fork to whisk together the almond flour, the crushed chicharrones, the grated parmesan, the spices and the salt and pepper.
1 cup almond flour, 1/2 cup chicharrones, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 1 tsp spicy chile pepper, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, salt and pepper
In another bowl, whisk together two eggs and the heavy whipping cream (can use 2 Tbsp water instead of cream if you want)
2 eggs, 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream
Using tongs, a fork or your hands, dip the tomato slices in the egg mixture, then place them in the flour/spice mixture and cover all parts of the tomato slices firmly, using a spoon or your hands. Let sit for a few minutes for egg mixture to tighten up.
Heat the oil to medium high but not smoking.
1/4 cup bacon fat or refined olive oil
Set tomatoes into the hot oil and fry 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Don't overcrowd the skillet with the slices. Work in batches if needed.
Remove from oil and set onto paper towels or rack to drain.
For poached eggs to top off the fried green tomatoes:
Serve the eggs over the fried green tomato slices. Drizzle a bit of romesco sauce on top and enjoy!
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Notes
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