traditional abalone

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 pound abalone without shell
• 1 1/2 cups seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup olive oil for frying
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Recipe

Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 40 mins


• slice the abalone into 1/4 inch thick steaks, making sure to trim off any meat that is not white, as this part tends to be very tough. place the steaks on a cutting board, and pound with a meat tenderizer until pliable.
• in a small bowl, stir together the ketchup, horseradish, and lime juice to make a cocktail sauce. refrigerate until ready to use.
• heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes. whisk eggs and milk together in a shallow dish. place bread crumbs in a large resealable plastic bag. dip the abalone steaks in egg, then place in the bag with the crumbs and shake to coat.
• fry coated abalone for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. remove to paper towels to drain. place on a platter, and garnish with lime slices and parsley. serve with the cocktail sauce for dipping.