Nick Coronado from bartaco revealed their off-menu Secret Taco recipe in honor of National Oyster Day. (see recipe below) bartaco is located at 2526 12th Avenue South in Nashville. Visit https://bartaco.com/location/nashville-tn/ for more information. Ask for the Secret Crispy Oyster Taco at bartaco now through Septermber 17th.
bartaco's Crispy Oyster Tacos
1/2 c buttermilk
2 oz fresh oysters
1 T seasoned masa (cornmeal with salt/pepper to taste)
vegetable oil for frying
1 (4”) white corn tortilla
1 T of your favorite tartar sauce or remoulade sauce
Cilantro leaves and lime wedge for garnish
Place oysters in buttermilk in a covered container, marinate overnight. Remove oysters from buttermilk with a slotted spoon, and dredge in seasoned masa. Shake off excess. Fry oysters in a deep fryer set to 350°F until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Warm tortillas in the over for a few minutes, spoon sauce on tortilla, place oysters on top. Garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge. Yield: 1 taco
