It might not be the only way to enjoy green tomatoes, but it is the best.
But they can also show up at other times of the day.
The brown paper bag method of dredging the tomatoes is a distinctively (and utterly charming) Southern approach.
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“My favorite way of eating them is in aBLT sandwich,” writes Harris.
Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a small brown paper bag; set aside.
Heat over medium-high until the oil shimmers.
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Close bag, and shake gently until tomato slices are well coated.
Fry tomato slices:
Place coated tomato slices in hot oil.
Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning often to avoid sticking, about 4 minutes.
Drain on paper towels.
Repeat in batches:
Repeat coating-and-frying process with remaining tomato slices.
Serve hot with bacon or sausage.
