Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsCardinalThe Big Boy Recipe

The Big Boy Recipe

Inspired by Cardinal
Time15m
Serves2

12 raw oysters, 8 cocktail shrimp, with sauces

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oysters

    Shuck the raw oysters and place them on a bed of crushed ice on a serving platter.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Arrange the cocktail shrimp next to the oysters on the serving platter.

  3. 3

    Add Sauces

    Serve the cocktail sauce in a small bowl and place it on the platter. Add lemon wedges and a small bottle of Tabasco sauce for extra flavor.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve immediately to ensure freshness.

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