Crispy Fried Oyster Appetizer with California Avocados

Serves: 1

Ingredients

3 Pacific Oysters, medium-sized
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
As needed vegetable oil for frying
6 thin mango slices
1/4 oz. napa cabbage, chiffonade
1/4 oz. red cabbage, chiffonade
1 Tbsp. Creamy Cilantro Dressing (recipe follows)
1 Tbsp. Kimchi Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
1/4 Fresh California Avocado, peeled, seeded, diced
As needed Micro greens for garnish

Creamy Cilantro Dressing (Yield: 1/4 cup)

2 oz. sour cream
1 tsp. cider vinegar
1 tsp. half and half
1 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
As needed Salt and pepper to taste

Kimchi Vinaigrette (Yield: 1/2 cup)

1 Tbsp. kimchi
1 Tbsp. kimchi seasoning
2 tsp. Korean chili paste
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tsp. minced cilantro
3 Tbsp. rice vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp. canola oil
1 1/2 Tbsp. sesame oil
3/4 tsp. fish sauce
As needed sugar to taste

*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.