Big Bang Tower Recipe
1 dz. oysters, ½ lobster 6 shrimp, 6 clams, 4 crab claws, seasonal raw fish
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Accompaniments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oysters
Rinse the oysters under cold water and scrub the shells with a brush. Using an oyster knife, carefully open each oyster, discarding the top shell. Arrange the oysters on a serving platter with their juices.
- 2
Prepare the Lobster
Boil a pot of water and add the lobster. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the lobster is bright red. Remove from water and let cool. Once cooled, break the lobster into pieces and remove the meat from the shell. Cut it into bite-sized portions.
- 3
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the shrimp. If desired, you can boil them in salted water for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Remove and let cool.
- 4
Prepare the Clams
Rinse the clams under cold water to remove any grit. You can serve them raw or steam them for 5-7 minutes until they open.
- 5
Prepare the Crab Claws
Crack the crab claws slightly with a mallet to make the meat easier to access. Arrange them on the platter.
- 6
Prepare the Seasonal Raw Fish
Slice the seasonal raw fish into thin sashimi-style pieces. Arrange on the platter alongside the other seafood.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Big Bang Tower
On a large serving platter, create a visual tower by stacking the oysters, lobster pieces, shrimp, clams, and crab claws artistically. Place the sliced raw fish on the side.
- 8