Fish House's Fried Oysters Caesar Salad Recipe

Name: Fish House's Fried Oysters Caesar Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small garlic cloves; 8 egg yolks; 4 anchovy fillets; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 fresh lemon, juiced; Dash Worcestershire sauce; Dash Crystal Hot sauce; 1 cup olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed, ribbed and patted dry; Oil, for frying; 3 dozen large freshly shucked oysters; Creole seasoning, recipe follows; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup masa flour; 12 ounces homemade croutons; 3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, peeled into long strips; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

4 small garlic cloves
8 egg yolks
4 anchovy fillets
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 fresh lemon, juiced
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Dash Crystal Hot sauce
1 cup olive oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 large heads romaine lettuce, washed, ribbed and patted dry
Oil, for frying
3 dozen large freshly shucked oysters
Creole seasoning, recipe follows
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup masa flour
12 ounces homemade croutons
3 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, peeled into long strips
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
Preheat the fryer to 360 degrees F. Rub the inside of a large wooden bowl, with the garlic cloves.
2
Remove the garlic cloves, and finely chop.
3
Add the egg yolk, garlic, anchovies and mustard to the bowl.
4
Whisk until all of the ingredients are incorporated.
5
Whisk in the lemon juice.
6
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, while whisking constantly.
7
Whisk until all of the ingredients are incorporated.
8
Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
9
Gently tear the lettuce into bit-size portions and add the salad bowl.
10
Have ready a pot of hot oil, for frying.
11
Season the oysters with Creole seasoning.
12
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour and masa.
13
Season with Creole seasoning.
14
Dredge the oysters in the seasoned flour, coating completely.
15
Fry in batches until crispy and golden, about 2 to 3 minutes.
16
Remove the oysters and drain on paper towels.
17
Season with Creole seasoning.
18
Toss the salad and dressing well.
19
Add the croutons.
20
Toss well.
21
Mound the salad in the center of each serving plate.
22
Arrange the oysters around the salad and garnish with the cheese.
23
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

1282

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 small garlic cloves, 8 egg yolks, 4 anchovy fillets, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Fish House's Fried Oysters Caesar Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fish House's Fried Oysters Caesar Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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