Romaine Lettuce With Oyster Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crisp, vibrant romaine lettuce tossed with a savory, sweet, and umami-rich oyster sauce glaze
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This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural crunch of fresh romaine lettuce paired with a deeply flavorful oyster sauce dressing. The technique involves a quick blanch to preserve the vegetable’s bright green color and crisp-tender texture, followed by a warm sauce that coats every leaf. It is an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or stir-fries, adding a refreshing contrast to richer dishes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light, healthy option for lunch. The preparation is straightforward, requiring minimal ingredients and time, making it a reliable favorite for home cooks seeking a balance of simplicity and sophisticated taste.

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Romaine Lettuce With Oyster Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 22.5

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This simple yet elegant side dish highlights the natural crunch of fresh romaine lettuce paired with a deeply flavorful oyster sauce dressing. The technique involves a quick blanch to preserve the vegetable's bright green color and crisp-tender texture, followed by a warm sauce that coats every leaf. It is an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats, seafood, or stir-fries, adding a refreshing contrast to richer dishes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a light, healthy option for lunch. The preparation is straightforward, requiring minimal ingredients and time, making it a reliable favorite for home cooks seeking a balance of simplicity and sophisticated taste.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly and remove the core.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the peanut oil and oyster sauce.
  3. Warm the sauce mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot and slightly fluid. Keep it warm until serving.
  4. Fill a large pot with about 2 gallons of water and bring it to a rolling boil.
  5. Add the salt to the boiling water.
  6. Carefully submerge the romaine lettuce heads into the boiling water.
  7. Blanch the lettuce for approximately 20 seconds, just until the leaves turn a bright green color.
  8. Remove the lettuce from the water and shake off excess moisture.
  9. Stack the lettuce leaves and cut them cross-wise into four equal sections.
  10. Arrange the cut lettuce pieces neatly on a serving platter.
  11. Pour the warm oyster sauce mixture evenly over the lettuce leaves.
  12. Serve immediately while the sauce is warm and the lettuce is crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 22.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1226.2mg52%
Total Carbohydrate 4.3g2%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 2.1g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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