Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBRAVO! Italian Restaurant & BarSouthwestern Fried Oyster Recipe

Southwestern Fried Oyster Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

mesclun lettuces / black bean & corn salsa / tortilla strips / grape tomatoes / red onion / roasted red pepper and cilantro cremas / orange-chipotle vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salsa

    In a bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Mix well and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Crema

    In a blender, blend together roasted red peppers, cilantro, and a splash of buttermilk until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Batter the Oysters

    Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, buttermilk, and a mix of flour and cornmeal. Dip each oyster first in flour, then in buttermilk, and finally coat with the flour-cornmeal mixture.

  4. 4

    Fry the Oysters

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded oysters for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Dish

    On a plate, layer mesclun lettuces, top with the fried oysters, add the black bean & corn salsa, and garnish with grape tomatoes, tortilla strips, and drizzle with the roasted red pepper crema.

  6. 6

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the orange-chipotle vinaigrette over the assembled salad and serve immediately.

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