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Miso Baked Oysters-A Quick And Easy West Coast Appetizer

Miso Baked Oysters - A Quick & Easy West Coast Delight

Miso Baked Oysters-A Quick And Easy West Coast Appetizer are umami-rich, creamy bites ready in just ten minutes, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 oysters
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oysters
  • 12 pieces Fresh Oysters Choose large, high-quality oysters for best flavor.
For the Miso Mixture
  • 3 tablespoons Japanese Mayonnaise Can substitute with regular mayo mixed with lemon juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Miso Paste Use light for milder taste, dark for richer umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin Balances other flavors with sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce Choose your preferred type, like Tobasco.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Enhances all flavors.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach Can substitute with arugula.
  • 1 cup Cheddar/Mozzarella Cheese Use dairy-free cheese or omit for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • broiler
  • baking sheet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your broiler or grill to high heat, around 500°F (260°C).
  2. Arrange cleaned oyster shells or heatproof ramekins on a baking sheet, stabilizing them with rock salt if using shells.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine Japanese mayonnaise, miso paste, mirin, hot sauce, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Evenly distribute fresh spinach over the bottom of each prepared oyster shell or ramekin. Place shucked oysters atop the spinach.
  5. Carefully dollop about 1 tablespoon of the miso mixture over each oyster.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the miso-covered oysters.
  7. Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated broiler and cook for about 5-8 minutes.
  8. Once cooked to a golden finish, allow the Miso Baked Oysters to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1oysterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve Miso Baked Oysters immediately after cooking for optimal freshness. Store any leftover Miso sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days but cooked oysters are best enjoyed fresh.

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