Oyster Shooters With Jalapeño Ice Recipe
Overview:
Oyster shooters with jalapeño ice are the perfect appetizers to kickstart any Caribbean-themed meal or to accompany chilled seafood delights like stone crab claws or boiled shrimp. The refreshing combination of fresh oysters, spicy jalapeño ice, and a hint of Tabasco sauce creates a burst of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is not only easy to make but also healthy, with each serving containing just 39.1 calories.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 Shooters
- Keywords: Mexican, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Oysters, Easy
- Recipe Category: Caribbean
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh jalapeño peppers | 6 |
| Water | 1 cup |
| Tabasco sauce | 12 – 16 dashes |
| Green food coloring | a few drops |
| Fresh oysters | 12 – 16 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 39.1
- Fat Content: 1.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 22.6mg
- Sodium Content: 49.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 0.3g
- Protein Content: 4.4g
Instructions:
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Prepare Jalapeño Ice:
- Begin by cutting the stems off six whole fresh jalapeño peppers and removing the seeds.
- Finely chop the jalapeño peppers, ensuring to remove the ribs.
- Place the chopped jalapeños in a saucepan and cook over low heat for 5-10 minutes until they become fragrant.
- Pour in the water and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the mixture to simmer for 30 minutes, infusing the water with the jalapeño flavor.
- Optionally, add a few drops of green food coloring to enhance the appearance of the ice.
- Remove the jalapeño mixture from the heat and transfer it to a shallow container or glass dish.
- Place the container in the freezer and allow the mixture to freeze until it reaches a slushy consistency.
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Assemble Oyster Shooters:
- Once the jalapeño ice is ready, use a melon baller to scoop out small ice balls.
- Place one ice ball in each shot glass.
- Shuck the fresh oysters and place one oyster on top of each ice ball in the shot glasses.
- Add a dash of Tabasco sauce on each oyster to add a spicy kick.
- Serve the oyster shooters immediately while the jalapeño ice is still slushy.
Serving Suggestions:
These oyster shooters are best served as appetizers alongside cooked chilled stone crab claws, cold boiled shrimp, or paired with ice-cold beer for a refreshing culinary experience. Enjoy them with friends and family as a delightful start to any Caribbean-inspired meal!
Note: Preparation time does not include freezing time for the jalapeño ice. 🌶️🍤🥂
