The Fried Green Tomato Beni Bowl with Cholula Hollandaise is a modern, Southern-inspired twist on the classic Eggs Benedict, packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures. This dish features crispy fried green tomatoes as the base, topped with poached eggs and served over a bed of fresh greens or grains. The highlight of the dish is the Cholula Hollandaise sauce, which adds a zesty, spicy kick to the traditional creamy sauce. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast, this dish brings together the comfort of Southern cooking with a touch of heat, creating a meal that’s both indulgent and unique.
Ingredients:
For the Fried Green Tomatoes:
- 2 large green tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko works well)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Cholula Hollandaise:
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1-2 tablespoons Cholula hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
For the Beni Bowl:
- 4 poached eggs
- Fresh greens or cooked grains (such as quinoa or rice)
- Sliced avocado (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fried Green Tomatoes:
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- In another dish, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- In a third dish, combine the cornmeal and breadcrumbs.
- Dip each tomato slice into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally coat with the cornmeal-breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the tomato slices in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Make the Cholula Hollandaise:
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
- Slowly drizzle in the melted butter, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the Cholula hot sauce and season with salt to taste. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Assemble the Beni Bowl:
- In serving bowls, layer a base of fresh greens or cooked grains.
- Top with the fried green tomatoes.
- Place a poached egg on top of each tomato slice.
- Drizzle generously with the Cholula Hollandaise sauce.
- Add sliced avocado and fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve the Fried Green Tomato Beni Bowl warm, garnished with extra Cholula sauce or fresh herbs for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Enjoy this flavorful and creative take on Eggs Benedict, bringing together the crispy, tangy taste of fried green tomatoes with the creamy, spicy richness of Cholula Hollandaise!
