Avocado Mousse with Oysters on the Half Shell Recipe

Name: Avocado Mousse with Oysters on the Half Shell
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 firm-ripe California avocados, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper; 1 cup cold heavy cream; 4 dozen oysters on the half shell; Kosher salt; 4 ounces golden whitefish caviar; 1/2 cup chopped fresh chives, garnish; Lemon wedges, garnish

Servings: persons

4 firm-ripe California avocados, peeled, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 cup cold heavy cream
4 dozen oysters on the half shell
Kosher salt
4 ounces golden whitefish caviar
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives, garnish
Lemon wedges, garnish

1
In the bowl of a food processor, puree the avocados with the lemon juice.
2
Add the shallots, garlic, salt, and white pepper, and pulse to combine, scraping down the sides to incorporate all the ingredients.
3
Transfer to a large bowl.
4
In a medium bowl, beat the cream with an electric mixer until stiff.
5
Fold the cream into the avocado puree and adjust the seasoning, to taste.
6
Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip.
7
Arrange the oysters on trays of ice that have been lightly sprinkled with kosher salt.
8
Pipe a heaping tablespoon of the mousse onto each oyster.
9
Top with a dollop of caviar and sprinkle with chives.
10
Garnish the trays with lemon wedges and serve with cocktail forks.

210

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 firm-ripe California avocados, peeled, seeded, and chopped, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons minced shallots, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Avocado Mousse with Oysters on the Half Shell falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Avocado Mousse with Oysters on the Half Shell

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