The Best Types Of Toppings To Pair With Green Tomato Sandwiches
Green tomato sandwiches offer a delightful combination of tangy flavors and satisfying textures. But to take these sandwiches to the next level, you should consider adding a creamy topping that perfectly complements the unique taste of the star ingredient.
One classic, no-frills option is always mayonnaise, but you can easily increase the flavor — or alter it to better fit with your other sandwich ingredients. By adding herbs and a touch of acid, you can make a flavorful aioli. Another tangy alternative would be crumbling feta or goat cheese onto the tomato slices; these cheeses can cut through the richness of fried green tomatoes while packing more of a punch.
Of course, there are vegan options, too; you can create dairy-free spreads using mashed avocado or silken tofu. Blending these ingredients with lemon or lime juice, garlic, salt, and even your favorite herbs, can make a truly satisfying creamy topping for your sandwiches.
How to incorporate these creamy toppings
Green tomatoes are more acidic than ripened tomatoes. By adding creamy, fatty ingredients such as mayonnaise, aiolis, and fresh tangy cheeses to the sandwich, the toppings can help to mellow what would otherwise be a sharp, sour flavor. For vegan toppings, the fats within avocados can also help dial in the balance of flavors. Although it will not cut the acidity in the same way, you can add sugar as needed into a silken tofu spread to tone down the acidic of the green tomatoes.
To ensure the creaminess is even in your green tomato sandwich, consider trying different applications. While you can obviously schmear the topping right across the bread, you can also balance out the texture of the sandwich by incorporating the creamy topping into a crunchy coating. For example, goat cheese can be easily tossed in panko breadcrumbs and fried up for a crisp but creamy medallions within the sandwich.
So, embrace these tips, explore the possibilities, and indulge in the creamy delights that enhance your green tomato sandwiches to an irresistible level.