Oysters Tsai Recipe

Name: Oysters Tsai
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 dozen fresh shucked oysters; 1 cup spinach leaves; 1 cup basil or Thai basil; 2 serrano chilies; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1/4 cup heavy cream; Salt and black pepper to taste; Japanese bread crumbs called 'panko'; Canola oil to cook

Servings: persons

1 dozen fresh shucked oysters
1 cup spinach leaves
1 cup basil or Thai basil
2 serrano chilies
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and black pepper to taste
Japanese bread crumbs called 'panko'
Canola oil to cook

1
In a hot pan, saute garlic and chili until caramelized.
2
Deglaze with fish sauce and lime juice.
3
Add spinach and basil and cook until soft.
4
Check for seasoning.
5
Squeeze out excess water and while still hot, puree mixture in food processor and add cream.
6
Top each oyster with the puree and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
7
In an oven set to broil, color oysters brown and serve immediately.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 dozen fresh shucked oysters, 1 cup spinach leaves, 1 cup basil or Thai basil, 2 serrano chilies, and more.

Yes, Oysters Tsai 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.

Oysters Tsai

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