Creating the Fried Green Tomato BLT is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Green Tomatoes: Slice the green tomatoes into ¼-inch thick slices and set aside.
2. Make the Breading: In one bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk and add the beaten egg, whisking until combined.
3. Bread the Tomatoes: Dip each slice of tomato into the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Then, coat the tomatoes in the flour-cornmeal mixture until evenly coated. Set aside on a plate.
4. Cook the Bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and let it drain on paper towels, preserving the bacon grease in the pan.
5. Fry the Tomatoes: In the same skillet with bacon grease, heat oil if needed and fry the coated green tomato slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and allow to drain on paper towels.
6. Toast the Bread: While the tomatoes are frying, toast the slices of bread until golden brown.
7. Assemble the Sandwich: On one slice of toasted bread, layer lettuce, crispy bacon, and fried green tomatoes. Top it off with another slice of bread.
8. Serve: If desired, spread some mayonnaise or your favorite sauce on the inside of the bread before assembling the sandwich.

These steps will guide you in creating this amazing sandwich effortlessly.