Jul 14 2026
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Crispy Oysters Recipe

Inspired by La Cuchara
Time40m
Serves4

Blistered Shishito Peppers, Charred Lemon, Pimentón Aïoli

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Shishito Peppers

Charred Lemon

Pimentón Aïoli

Method

Oysters Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any grit and sand. Use a brush to scrub the shells gently.

  2. 2

    Coat the Oysters

    In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. Dredge each oyster in the flour mixture until fully coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Oysters

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated oysters and fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Shishito Peppers Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Peppers

    In a bowl, toss the shishito peppers with olive oil and salt to taste.

  2. 5

    Char the Peppers

    Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the peppers and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until blistered and charred. Remove from heat.

Charred Lemon Preparation

  1. 6

    Char the Lemon

    Cut the lemon in half and place it cut-side down on the grill for about 3-4 minutes until charred. Remove and set aside.

Pimentón Aïoli Preparation

  1. 7

    Make the Aïoli

    In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, smoked paprika, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth and well combined.

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