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Our oyster mayo is a rich, creamy condiment with authentically briny and cucumbery flavors derived from freshly shucked oysters. Try it with <a href="/activities/fish-chips">fried seafood</a>, spread it on sandwiches, or have it with toast!In this recipe, the oysters are cooked sous vide to help draw out excess moisture, yielding a thicker final product. The proteins in the oyster also help to further emulsify the sauce, but the glucose and soy lecithin go a long way toward creating a product that’s stable and viscous. (In fact, egg yolks are traditionally used to emulsify mayonnaise because they naturally contain lecithin. As you might imagine, adding a little extra does an even better job.) A single gram of MSG is the finishing touch, imparting a mild umami flavor to this delicious, savory mayo.