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Tetsuya’s Oysters with Japanese Dressing

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Tetsuya’s Oysters with Japanese Dressing features fresh oysters and umami-rich dressing, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 oysters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce substitute with light soy sauce if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar apple cider or white wine vinegar can serve as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil grapeseed or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil use toasted sesame oil for authenticity
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger finely grated
For the Oysters
  • 12 pieces oysters (Sydney Rock or Pacific)
  • optional salmon roe consider using lumpfish caviar for a budget-friendly substitute
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons chives finely chopped
  • rock salt or ice for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by combining 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of Japanese soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of mirin in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk the ingredients together vigorously for about 1 minute, or until the sugar has fully dissolved.
  2. Gradually add in 3 tablespoons of neutral oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, followed by 1 teaspoon of finely grated fresh ginger. Whisk again until all elements are well incorporated.
  3. Select fresh Sydney Rock or Pacific oysters, and carefully shuck each one, ensuring you keep the liquid in the shells. Arrange the opened oysters on a serving platter lined with crushed ice or rock salt.
  4. Using a small spoon, drizzle approximately 3/4 teaspoon of the prepared dressing over each oyster, adjusting to 1 1/4 teaspoons for larger oysters. Make sure the dressing evenly coats the oysters.
  5. Top each oyster with a small dollop of salmon roe, if using, and sprinkle finely chopped chives for added freshness.
  6. Serve Tetsuya’s Oysters with Japanese Dressing immediately for full freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 2oystersCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use the freshest oysters. Keep them on ice before serving.

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