Oysters

Ingredients:

1 dozen shucked Chesapeake Bay Oysters
1 cup rice flour
1/2-cup fine corn meal
1 Tbs. Old Bay Seasoning
1 qt. iced soda water

Directions:

1. Pre-heat a fryer or wok filled 1/2 way with oil to 400 degrees F.
   
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, corn meal, Old Bay Seasoning and slowly add the soda until a pancake batter consistency is achieved.
   
3. Dip each oyster in the batter and fry until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
   
4. Season lightly with salt.

Dipping Sauce

Ingredients:

1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup naturally brewed soy sauce
3 Thai bird chilies, minced
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. sesame oil

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a small bowl

Plating: Cover a large platter with greens and place a small bowl of dipping sauce in the middle. Surround with hot oysters.

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