Jul 14 2026
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Gulf Fried Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Southern National
Time1h
Serves4

basil gribiche sauce, asparagus, pickled shallots, peppadew peppers

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Ingredients

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Fried Oysters

Pickled Shallots

Asparagus

Peppadew Peppers

Method

Fried Oysters

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oysters

    Rinse the oysters under cold water and thoroughly drain them.

  2. 2

    Set up Breading Station

    In one bowl, mix flour, salt, and black pepper. In a second bowl, whisk eggs and milk together. In a third bowl, place cornmeal.

  3. 3

    Bread the Oysters

    Dredge each oyster in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with cornmeal.

  4. 4

    Fry the Oysters

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the oysters in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Basil Gribiche Sauce

  1. 5

    Make the Sauce

    In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, basil leaves, capers, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Pickled Shallots

  1. 6

    Pickle the Shallots

    In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat until sugar dissolves. Pour over sliced shallots in a bowl and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Asparagus

  1. 7

    Prepare the Asparagus

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.

  2. 8

    Roast the Asparagus

    Roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Serve

    On a serving platter, arrange the fried oysters, roasted asparagus, pickled shallots, and peppadew peppers. Serve the basil gribiche sauce on the side for dipping.

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