2large heads romaine lettucewashed, ribbed and patted dry
Oilfor frying
3dozen large freshly shucked oysters
Creole seasoning
1cupall-purpose flour
1cupmasa flour
12ounceshomemade croutons
3ouncesParmigiano-Reggiano cheesepeeled into long strips
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning, also referred to as Bayou Blast:
2 1/2tablespoonspaprika
2tablespoonssalt
2tablespoonsgarlic powder
1tablespoonblack pepper
1tablespoononion powder
1tablespooncayenne pepper
1tablespoondried oregano
1tablespoondried thyme
Instructions
Salad
Preheat the fryer to 360 degrees F.
Rub the inside of a large wooden bowl, with the garlic cloves. Remove the garlic cloves, and finely chop.
Add the egg yolk, garlic, anchovies and mustard to the bowl. Whisk until all of the ingredients are incorporated. Whisk in the lemon juice. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, while whisking constantly. Whisk until all of the ingredients are incorporated. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
Gently tear the lettuce into bit-size portions and add the salad bowl. Have ready a pot of hot oil, for frying. Season the oysters with Creole seasoning. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour and masa. Season with Creole seasoning. Dredge the oysters in the seasoned flour, coating completely.
Fry in batches until crispy and golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the oysters and drain on paper towels. Season with Creole seasoning.
Toss the salad and dressing well. Add the croutons. Toss well. Mound the salad in the center of each serving plate. Arrange the oysters around the salad and garnish with the cheese.
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):