*Photo & post updated September 2011*
Inspiration: I have had this recipe bookmarked since the day that I ran across it last year, just waiting for some green tomatoes to grace my kitchen. Luckily, Brandon’s parents are awesome and stocked us up with a whole heap of amazing produce from their garden the other day, including three gorgeous green tomatoes. Brandon and I both adore them, so we couldn’t wait to use them. In fact, when we are able to grow a garden, I’m not sure how many tomatoes will ever make it past the green stage. They’re just such a fun/unique/delicious ingredient.
What we Loved: This was truly a fantastic supper because there were just so many flavors going on. The tomatoes were tart and sour, with a nutty crust made from hazelnuts and Parmesan; the crab added bright, fresh components to the meal; and the remoulade was rich, creamy, and decadent. As a whole, all of those ingredients combined together for one fabulous meal. We just couldn’t get enough of the sauce, and I was surprised with how well the hazelnut/Parmesan crust worked on the tomatoes. Not only did it adhere well, but it also provided a great, nutty contrast to the sour bite of the fruit.
Tips: I used my low carb version of fried green tomatoes in this recipe. Please look elsewhere or check out Kevin’s site below if you’re looking for a more traditional Southern version.
Fried Green Tomatoes with Crab and Remoulade Sauce
Source: Adapted from Closet Cooking
1 large green tomato, sliced
1 egg
1/4 – 1/3 cup nut meal (I used hazelnut meal)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Butter
8 oz crab meat, warmed
Salad greens, if desired (I used baby arugula)
1 batch remoulade sauce (recipe follows)
1. Beat the egg in a shallow bowl. In a second shallow bowl, combine the nut meal and Parmesan.
2. Dip the tomato slices into the egg, then dip them into the nut mixture, patting the mixture onto the tomatoes to fully cover.
3. Heat enough butter in a saute pan over medium heat to coat the bottom of the pan. Add the tomatoes, and let cook for 3-4 minutes, until browned. Flip, and cook for 3-4 minutes more.
4. Plate the tomatoes atop the salad greens, if desired. Top each tomato with some crab and some remoulade sauce.
Remoulade Sauce
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon brown mustard
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon horseradish
1 small clove garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon capers
1 small slice onion, chopped
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1. Place all of the ingredients in a food processor, and puree until smooth.
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How fun – this looks so good! I can’t wait to try it. We planted heirloom tomato plants for the first time this year. We are using up all the green tomatoes quicker than they can get ripe because we love fried green tomatoes. On Sunday I made BLT’s and used the fried green tomatoes for the “T”. To-Die-For!! Look for the blog post about it soon :)
Sounds like an awesome BLT! Fried green tomatoes are such a treat.
Oh. My. Gosh. This looks unbelievable! I’ve never eaten fried green tomatoes, but they sound so good!
Thanks, Katie! Definitely give them a try if you get the chance….they are so tart/tangy/creamy/warm/delicious!
It looks like fried green tomatoes are hot right now! This looks delicious! :-)
I know! I saw your fried green tomato BLT with pimento cheese the other day and thought it looked fab too!
Thank for stopping by my blog and for your nice comment. I love your blog and your photos are just beautiful. Nice Fried Green Tomatoes, too!
Green Tomatoes? I have to try this one. Now when my nephews pick the green tomatoes instead of the red ones, I will know how to prepare them. Thanks! And thanks for your comment on my blog!
What a great recipe. I wish my tomato plants hadn’t been killed by the heat!
This looks amazing!! I am so excited to give it a try!
Thanks! I hope that you like it if you try it out!
I have been craving fried green tomatoes lately, but I have never thought of pairing them with crab, and with an indulgent remoulade too. Here in the UK green tomatoes aren’t really written up much, but as a transplanted Floridian I think it is in my DNA to want them when autumn is nipping at summer’s heels. I will go out and scour my remaining tomato plants for some little greenies. Thanks for this.
If you try something similar, Kellie, I hope that you like it! I’m not from the south, but I just can’t get enough of green tomatoes at this time of year either :)
This is absolutely scrumptious looking! I can’t wait to make it!
Thank you! Hope you like it if you try it out.