Oysters with Sparkling Wine and Spring Onion
Category: Appetizers
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Oysters | 6 |
| Sparkling Wine | 100g |
| Fresh Spring Onion | 125g |
| Butter | 10g |
| Cornstarch (Cornflour) | 10g |
| Pink Pepper | To taste |
| Breadcrumbs | 10g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | To taste |
Instructions:
Step 1: Preparing the Spring Onion
Start by preparing the spring onion. Slice off the bottom part, then cut off the green part where it begins to toughen. The tender white section is where weโll focus. Slice it vertically, peel off any outer skin, and rinse the inside if necessary. Finely chop the tender white part and place it in a bowl. Keep the green tops aside for later use.
Step 2: Preparing the Green Tops
Next, take the green tops of the spring onion that youโve set aside. Slice them into 3-4 cm pieces. Cut them lengthwise in half, then slice into fine matchsticks. Place these matchsticks in a bowl of ice water so that they curl slightly, adding a lovely texture and look. Set them aside for decoration later.
Step 3: Cooking the Spring Onion
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the finely chopped spring onion and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent. Once itโs cooked down, pour in the sparkling wine and let it simmer for a few more minutes. Once the wine has reduced, transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. This will form the creamy base for your oysters.
Step 4: Preparing the Breadcrumb Topping
In a small frying pan, heat a little olive oil and add the breadcrumbs. Toast them over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent them from burning. Continue to toast until they become golden and crispy, then remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5: Cleaning the Oysters
If your oysters are not yet cleaned, gently rinse them under cold running water using a fine mesh or oyster brush. Carefully insert an oyster knife into the hinge of the oyster, twist, and pry open the shell. Remove any grit or debris inside. Keep the oysters on their half-shells and arrange them on a platter.
Step 6: Assembling the Dish
Now, itโs time to assemble the oysters. First, spoon a small amount of the toasted breadcrumb mixture onto one side of each open oyster. Next, drizzle some of the sparkling wine and spring onion cream over the breadcrumbs. For an extra pop of color and flavor, garnish each oyster with the crispy, curled green onion matchsticks you prepared earlier. Add a light sprinkle of freshly ground pink pepper to finish.
Step 7: Serving
Your Oysters with Sparkling Wine and Spring Onion are now ready to be served! These decadent little bites are sure to impress your guests. Serve immediately, and enjoy the delightful contrast of creamy, savory, and crispy textures.
Enjoy your exquisite appetizer of oysters with sparkling wine and spring onion! Bon appรฉtit!
