Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUchiko AustinEast Coast Oyster Recipe

East Coast Oyster Recipe

Inspired by Uchiko Austin
Time2h 30m
Serves4

gochujang orange granita, candied garlic

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Ingredients

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For the Gochujang Orange Granita

For the Candied Garlic

For the Oysters

Method

Prepare Gochujang Orange Granita

  1. 1

    Make the Granita Base

    In a medium saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, gochujang, sugar, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Freeze the Granita

    Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer. Every 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the mixture until fluffy, about 2-3 hours.

Prepare Candied Garlic

  1. 3

    Cook the Garlic

    In a small saucepan, combine garlic cloves, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the garlic is tender and the syrup thickens, about 20-25 minutes.

  2. 4

    Candy the Garlic

    Remove garlic cloves and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow to cool and harden.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 5

    Prepare Oysters

    Shuck the fresh oysters and place them on a serving plate with ice.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Spoon the gochujang orange granita over each oyster, and top with candied garlic. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately.

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