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Shallot and Vinegar "Mignonette" for Oysters

The Washington Post, October 26, 2005
  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Condiment
  • Features: Healthy, None

Summary:

Freshly shucked oysters are traditionally served well chilled on ice. A good oyster bar will offer fresh lemon, cocktail sauce with a kick of grated horseradish and this classic sauce mignonette. There are many recipes, of course. This is Russell Cronkhite's version.

Makes enough for 2 dozen oysters

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 2 teaspoons cracked white peppercorns
  • 1/8 teaspoon coarse salt

Directions:

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from Russell Cronkhite, a chef and cookbook author.

Tested by Bonnie S. Benwick for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Information per serving
Calories: 15
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: n/a 0
Saturated Fat: n/a 0
Cholesterol: n/a 0
Sodium: 71mg3
Total Carbohydrates: 1g 0
Dietary Fiber: n/a 0
Sugar: n/a
Protein: n/a
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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