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Oysters With Chorizo And Basil Dressing

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Oysters With Chorizo And Basil Dressing
Serves
6 people
Prep
10 mins
Cook
5 mins
Difficulty
Easy

About This Recipe

Experience a delightful fusion of flavours with our Oysters with Chorizo and Basil Dressing. This unique recipe elevates fresh, briny oysters by pairing them with crispy chorizo and a vibrant basil dressing, creating a tantalising contrast. Perfect as an appetizer or a gourmet starter for special occasions, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Order your fresh oysters and chorizo from Pearl Seafoods for quick delivery across Sydney to enjoy this exquisite seafood experience at home.

Ingredients

  1. Fresh oysters in the half shell – 18 oysters, cleaned (3 per person)
  2. Chorizo sausage – 1 medium, finely diced
  3. Fresh basil leaves – ¼ cup, finely chopped
  4. Green shallot – 1, finely chopped
  5. Garlic – 1 clove, crushed
  6. Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
  7. Balsamic vinegar – 1½ tablespoons
  8. Salt and pepper, to taste
  9. Rock salt or crushed ice, for serving

Method

  1. To prepare the basil dressing, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, chopped basil, green shallot, and crushed garlic in a jug until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a small non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped chorizo and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes or until crisp. Remove from heat.
  3. Arrange the Pacific oysters on a large serving platter. Top each oyster with the cooked chorizo and drizzle with the basil dressing. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition per serving

  • Calories 95 kcal
  • Total Fat 6.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 2.0 g
  • Protein 7.0 g

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