Jul 14 2026
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Crispy Chesapeake Bay Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Lemaire
Time45m
Serves4

bread & butter pickle, country ham, house hot sauce, sauce gribiche

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oysters

    Shuck the oysters and place them on a platter. Make sure to catch any oyster liquor.

  2. 2

    Set Up Breading Station

    In one bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Bread the Oysters

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

  2. 4

    Fry the Oysters

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the breaded oysters in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 5

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving platter, arrange the crispy oysters. Top each with a spoonful of diced country ham, a slice of bread and butter pickle, a dash of house hot sauce, and a dollop of sauce gribiche. Serve immediately.

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