Oyster Po' Boy with Jalapeno Relish Recipe

Name: Oyster Po' Boy with Jalapeno Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Peanut oil, for frying; 2 jalapenos, minced; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and minced; 2 shallots, minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lemon, zested, plus 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1 lime, zested, plus 1/2 lime, juiced; 1 cup mayonnaise; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon cayenne; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 20 oysters, shucked; 3 eggs, beaten; 1 cup panko bread crumbs; 1/2 lemon, juiced; Mayonnaise; Arugula; 4 to 5 French rolls, split

Servings: persons

Peanut oil, for frying
2 jalapenos, minced
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and minced
2 shallots, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, zested, plus 1/2 lemon, juiced
1 lime, zested, plus 1/2 lime, juiced
1 cup mayonnaise
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
20 oysters, shucked
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 lemon, juiced
Mayonnaise
Arugula
4 to 5 French rolls, split

1
Preheat a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, with enough peanut oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot, to 350 degrees F.
2
Relish:
3
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
4
Oysters:
5
Mix the flour, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper, to taste, in a shallow bowl.
6
Add the eggs to another bowl and the bread crumbs to a third bowl.
7
Dredge the oysters in the flour mixture, then in egg and then in bread crumbs.
8
Arrange the breaded oysters on a platter lined with parchment.
9
Fry the oysters, in batches, until crisp and light brown, about 1 to 2 minutes Remove to a paper towel lined platter and season with salt and pepper and a dash of lemon juice.
10
To assemble sandwiches:
11
Spread mayonnaise and relish on the bottoms of the rolls.
12
Add 4 to 5 oysters to each roll and top with a few leaves of arugula.
13
Cover with the roll tops and serve.

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Peanut oil, for frying, 2 jalapenos, minced, 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and minced, 2 shallots, minced, and more.

Yes, Oyster Po' Boy with Jalapeno Relish 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Oyster Po' Boy with Jalapeno Relish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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