Roasted Oysters, Cajun Cream, Pickled Peppers, Parmesan Recipe
Make Roasted Oysters, Cajun Cream, Pickled Peppers, Parmesan Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Cajun Cream
Pickled Peppers
Topping
Method
Oysters Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- 2
Prepare the Oysters
Rinse the oysters under cold water and scrub the shells to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 3
Season the Oysters
Place the oysters on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Roast the Oysters
Roast the oysters in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until they are slightly opened.
Cajun Cream Preparation
- 5
Make the Cajun Cream
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 6
Thicken the Cream
Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Pickled Peppers Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Pickling Liquid
In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, sugar, salt, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt have dissolved.
- 8
Pickle the Peppers
Slice the bell peppers into thin strips and add them to a jar. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the peppers and let them cool to room temperature.
- 9
Refrigerate
Once cooled, cover the jar and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Final Assembly
- 10
Assemble the Dish
Once the oysters are roasted, remove them from the oven. Drizzle the Cajun cream over each oyster generously.
- 11
Add Pickled Peppers
Top each oyster with a few pieces of pickled peppers.
- 12
Garnish
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top before serving.
- 13
Serve
Serve the roasted oysters warm as an appetizer.