Description
Delight in these grilled oysters topped with rich, garlicky butter that captures the essence of summer barbecues.
Ingredients
- 12 oysters (in the shell)
- 2 sticks unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp chives (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp shallots (finely diced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Hot sauce (to serve)
Instructions
- Give the oysters a rinse under cold water to remove any grit or shell.
- Hold the oyster, cradling the curved side of the shell, with the flat side facing up.
- Use a knife to screw into the hinge until it separates the top and bottom shells.
- Run the knife along the inside of the flat shell, cutting the top muscle to pop it off.
- Gently scrape under the oyster and flip it over.
- Place the oysters in their shells over direct heat and grill for 5 minutes.
- Place about one tablespoon of butter onto each oyster.
- When the butter begins to boil, carefully remove the oysters from the grill.
- Let them sit for 5 minutes to cool, then enjoy.
Notes
Consider adding minced garlic into the butter for enhanced flavor. Top with hot sauce for an extra kick.
