Jul 14 2026
Restaurantsforaged. a hyper-seasonal eateryFried Sapidus Farms Happy Oysters Recipe

Fried Sapidus Farms Happy Oysters Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Bacon aioli, scallion jam

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Bacon Aioli

Scallion Jam

Method

Preparing the Oysters

  1. 1

    Clean the Oysters

    Rinse the oysters under cold running water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any dirt and grit. Place them on a clean towel to dry.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.

  3. 3

    Bread the Oysters

    Dip each oyster into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Making the Bacon Aioli

  1. 4

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from the pan and let them drain on paper towels.

  2. 5

    Blend the Aioli

    In a blender, combine the cooked bacon (chopped), mayonnaise, garlic (minced), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Preparing the Scallion Jam

  1. 6

    Cook the Scallions

    In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped scallions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.

  2. 7

    Add Sugar and Sauce

    Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.

Frying the Oysters

  1. 8

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. 9

    Fry the Oysters

    Carefully place the breaded oysters in the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

  3. 10

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried oysters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with bacon aioli and scallion jam.

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