Open-Faced Turkey Croissant with Pan-Fried Oysters

Health score
7%
Open-Faced Turkey Croissant with Pan-Fried Oysters
34 min.
6
488kcal

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Elevate your lunch or dinner experience with our delectable Open-Faced Turkey Croissant topped with pan-fried oysters. This unique dish combines the rich flavors of succulent turkey and fresh oysters, all enveloped in a buttery, flaky croissant that is simply irresistible. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy meal at home, this recipe serves six and is ready in just 34 minutes, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

The heart of this dish lies in the exquisite balance of textures and tastes. Each tender oyster is perfectly pan-fried until golden brown, creating a crispy coating that complements the luscious cream sauce enriched with dry sherry, shiitake mushrooms, and fragrant shallots. The addition of fresh tarragon brightens the flavor profile, offering a hint of herbaceous freshness that ties the ingredients together.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, toasted croissant, generously layered with creamy turkey and crowned with those savory fried oysters. This dish not only satisfies the palate but also presents beautifully, making it an impressive main course for both casual lunches and elegant dinner parties. With about 488 calories per serving, you can indulge without guilt. Gather your loved ones, and bring a taste of gourmet dining to your table with this delightful open-faced croissant recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup japanese breadcrumbs 
  • 0.3 cup butter divided
  • ounces croissants split toasted
  • 0.5 cup cooking sherry dry
  •  eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • tablespoons tarragon fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  shallots minced
  • 6.4 ounce mushroom caps sliced
  • 12  shucked oysters drained
  • sprigs garnishes: tarragon lemon wedges 
  • cups coarsely turkey dark shredded white cooked ( and meat)
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Pat oysters dry with paper towels; dredge in flour, shaking off excess. Dip each oyster in egg; coat with breadcrumbs.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add oysters. Cook 2 minutes on each side or until golden; drain on paper towels, and keep warm. (Do not wipe out skillet.)
  3. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium-high heat; add shallots and mushrooms. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add sherry, scraping any brown bits from bottom of skillet; simmer 1 minute.
  5. Add cream; simmer 2 minutes.
  6. Add turkey and next 3 ingredients. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes or until turkey is heated through and sauce thickens. Spoon mixture over toasted croissant halves, and top with oysters.
  7. Garnish, if desired.
  8. *For testing purposes, we used Panko breadcrumbs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories488kcal
Protein15.32%
Fat60.61%
Carbs24.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.08
Glycemic Load
12.63
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.293478115745%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.13mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.18kcal
24.41%
Fat:32.27g
49.65%
Saturated Fat:18.42g
115.1%
Carbohydrates:28.83g
9.61%
Net Carbohydrates:26.4g
9.6%
Sugar:6.49g
7.21%
Cholesterol:148.34mg
49.45%
Sodium:503.83mg
21.91%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:1.23%
100%
Protein:18.35g
36.7%
Selenium:26.72µg
38.17%
Vitamin B3:6.7mg
33.5%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
26.85%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.45%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.4%
Vitamin A:1197.87IU
23.96%
Phosphorus:231.16mg
23.12%
Zinc:3mg
20.02%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.38%
Vitamin B12:1.07µg
17.8%
Iron:2.95mg
16.38%
Folate:64.89µg
16.22%
Vitamin B5:1.43mg
14.3%
Copper:0.25mg
12.27%
Potassium:425.3mg
12.15%
Magnesium:43.74mg
10.93%
Fiber:2.44g
9.75%
Calcium:97.27mg
9.73%
Vitamin D:1.05µg
7.01%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.54%
Vitamin K:3.29µg
3.13%
Vitamin C:2.22mg
2.69%
Source:My Recipes