An occasion like this calls for a Pineapple Party and Ann’s family arranged a classic – dinner and décor with a pineapple theme. A wonderful happy event enjoyed by adults and children alike.
https://www.saveur.com/raw-oysters-with-grille-pineapple-and-thai-basil-recipe/
Raw Oysters with Grilled Pineapple and Thai Basil
Ingredients:
2 tbsp. granulated sugar; 1 tsp. plus ⅛ tsp. Asian fish
sauce, divided; 1⁄2 tsp. fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for squeezing; 1
tbsp. minced shallot, divided; 1 slice of fresh pineapple, ¼ inch thick (4½
oz.), skin cut away; 1⁄4 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1 dozen medium, sweet
oysters; Finely chopped fresh Thai basil, or substitute regular basil or cilantro;
Very finely minced Thai chile, for
garnish
In a medium bowl, add the sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and
1 teaspoon of the shallot; whisk well until the mixture is thick and syrupy.
Preheat a grill pan or grill to high heat. Brush both sides
of the pineapple slice with some of the sugar mixture. Transfer to the
preheated grill and let cook until well-charred, about 3 minutes per side.
Remove the pineapple slice to a cutting board and finely
dice it. Transfer to a small bowl and add the olive oil; stir well.
Shuck the oysters and, using an oyster knife, detach the
meat from the bottom of the shell, reserving the liquid.
Place the oysters on a bed of coarse sea salt or crushed ice
to stabilize them. Add at least 2 small cubes of pineapple to each, or more to
taste. Top each oyster with a generous pinch of Thai basil leaves, a few pieces
of shallot, and a sliver of Thai chile.
Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Wonderful! Happy Birthday to Ann! Love the decor!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun celebration, thankyou for allowing me to host. Pics look great ❤️🍍
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