CORNMEAL-FRIED OYSTERS WITH CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE

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Everyone loves fried oysters, and this typical Cajun dish is perfect. It is excellent for a party or any time of year. Buy already shucked oysters to save time and trouble. If you buy the larger B.C. oysters for this dish, cut them in half.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 8m

Yield 12 Oysters

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt & freshly ground black pepper
12 shucked oysters
vegetable oil (for frying)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chopped chipotle chile
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
salt
2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Steps:

  • Fried Oysters:.
  • Combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, thyme, salt and pepper in a dish. Toss oysters in cornmeal mixture.
  • Heat enough oil to film base of skillet on high heat. When oil is very hot, add oysters, but do not crowd pan. Sauté for about 1 to 2 minutes or until coating is browned. Remove immediately to serving dish. Add more oil as needed to fry remainder. Serve with Chipotle Mayonnaise (recipe follows).
  • Chipotle Mayonnaise:.
  • Combine mayonnaise, chipotle peppers and adobe sauce. Season with salt and stir in coriander.

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