Gourmet Oysters Trio: Fried, Grilled, and Raw
Savor the exquisite flavors of the sea with this Gourmet Oysters Trio, featuring three distinct preparations: crispy fried oysters with a zesty lemon aioli, luscious grilled oysters enhanced with a flavorful chili lime butter, and fresh raw oysters dressed in a luxurious blend of caviar and spices. This elegant dish is perfect for impressing your guests and celebrating special occasions, all while taking less than 15 minutes to prepare. Indulge in the freshness of oysters while employing various cooking methods that showcase their versatility and unique taste.
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Servings
785
Calories
22
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oysters
6 (shucked)
Buttermilk
1 quart (for soaking)
Hot Sauce
1 teaspoon (for buttermilk mixture)
Cornmeal
1 cup (for dredging)
Cornflour
1 cup (for dredging)
All-Purpose Flour
1 cup (for dredging)
Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Cayenne Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Tarragon
1 sprig (for garnish)
Pickled Pearl Onion
1 (for garnish)
Fried Capers
to garnish (fried)
Mayonnaise
3/4 cup (for aioli)
Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon (for aioli)
Lemon Zest
1/4 teaspoon (for aioli)
Softened Butter
1 cup (for grilling)
Lime Juice
1/2 (juice for chili lime butter)
Green Onion
1 tablespoon (chopped for chili lime butter)
Green Onion Oil
to taste (for raw oysters)
Caviar
to taste (for raw oysters)
Additional Hot Sauce
to taste (for raw oysters)
Fresh Dill
for garnish (to taste)
Instructions
1
Fried Oysters: Begin by preparing the buttermilk marinade by combining buttermilk and hot sauce in a bowl. Shuck fresh, local oysters and immerse them in the buttermilk mixture for a few minutes. In a separate bowl, combine cornmeal, cornflour, and all-purpose flour, seasoning with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Dredge the soaked oysters in this flour blend until fully coated. Heat oil in a deep pan to a high temperature, and carefully fry the oysters until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and place on a paper towel. Serve the fried oysters on their half shells and top with a dollop of Lemon Aioli and a sprinkling of Fried Garnish.
2
Lemon Aioli: In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
3
Fried Garnish: Drain the capers and heat a small amount of oil in a pan. Fry the capers until crisp, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and mix with sliced pickled pearl onions and tarragon.
4
Grilled Oysters: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, lime juice, chopped green onions, and hot sauce for the chili lime butter. Preheat a grill to medium-high. Place the oysters on the grill and spoon about a teaspoon of the chili lime butter onto each oyster. Grill for about 4-5 minutes until the butter melts and the oysters are slightly cooked. Garnish with additional green onions before serving.
5
Raw Oysters: For the raw oysters, simply place them on a serving platter. Finish each oyster with a few drops of hot sauce, a drizzle of green onion oil, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and a touch of caviar. Garnish with fresh dill for an aromatic finish.
Nutrition Information
78g
Fat
55g
Carbs
16g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Gourmet Oysters Trio?
The Gourmet Oysters Trio features three distinct preparations: crispy fried oysters with lemon aioli, grilled oysters with chili lime butter, and raw oysters with caviar and green onion oil.
How long does it take to prepare this oyster recipe?
The entire dish takes less than 15 minutes to prepare.
How are the fried oysters marinated?
The oysters are immersed in a buttermilk marinade made of buttermilk and hot sauce for a few minutes before dredging.
What is in the flour blend for the fried oysters?
The dredging mixture consists of cornmeal, cornflour, and all-purpose flour seasoned with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
How long should the oysters be fried?
The oysters should be fried for about 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown on all sides.
What ingredients are used for the Lemon Aioli?
The Lemon Aioli is made by whisking together mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
What components make up the Fried Garnish?
The Fried Garnish includes fried capers, sliced pickled pearl onions, and fresh tarragon.
How do you prepare the fried capers?
Drain the capers and fry them in a small amount of oil for approximately 2-3 minutes until crisp.
What is the flavor base for the grilled oysters?
The grilled oysters are flavored with a chili lime butter made of softened butter, lime juice, chopped green onions, and hot sauce.
What grill setting should be used for the grilled oysters?
The grill should be preheated to a medium-high temperature.
How long do the grilled oysters need to cook?
The oysters should be grilled for about 4-5 minutes until the butter melts and the oysters are slightly cooked.
How are the raw oysters seasoned?
Raw oysters are dressed with hot sauce, green onion oil, salt, pepper, and caviar.
What fresh herb is used to garnish the raw oysters?
Fresh dill is used as an aromatic finish for the raw oyster preparation.
How many calories are in the Gourmet Oysters Trio?
The dish contains 785 calories.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
This recipe contains 78g of fat.
How much protein is provided in this dish?
The recipe provides 16g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in the Gourmet Oysters Trio?
There are 55g of carbohydrates in this recipe.
How many oysters does this recipe call for?
The recipe uses 6 shucked oysters.
What amount of buttermilk is required?
The recipe requires 1 quart of buttermilk for the soaking process.
What types of flour are used for dredging?
The recipe uses a combination of cornmeal, cornflour, and all-purpose flour.
What is the serving suggestion for the fried oysters?
Fried oysters should be served on their half shells topped with a dollop of Lemon Aioli and Fried Garnish.
What amount of mayonnaise is needed for the aioli?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of mayonnaise.
How much lemon zest is used in the aioli?
The aioli uses 1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest.
How much butter is needed for the grilled preparation?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter for the chili lime mixture.
What type of onions are used in the fried garnish?
The recipe uses pickled pearl onions for the fried garnish.
Is the hot sauce used in multiple parts of the recipe?
Yes, hot sauce is used in the buttermilk marinade, the chili lime butter, and as a topping for the raw oysters.
What makes the raw oysters 'luxurious' in this recipe?
The addition of caviar and green onion oil provides a luxurious finish to the raw oysters.
Can this recipe be served at elegant events?
Yes, it is specifically described as an elegant dish perfect for impressing guests and celebrating special occasions.
What type of lime juice is used for the chili lime butter?
The recipe uses the juice of half a lime.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 22 ingredients listed for this Gourmet Oysters Trio recipe.