Ingredients with Measurements:
- 12 fresh oysters, shucked
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup scallions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Oyster knife or shucking tool
- Small bowl for mixing ingredients
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, scallions, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the shucked oysters on the grill or grill pan, cup side down.
4. Spoon the butter mixture over the oysters, making sure each one is coated evenly.
5. Grill the oysters for 3-4 minutes, or until the edges start to curl and the butter is bubbling.
6. Using tongs, carefully remove the oysters from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
7. Garnish with additional chopped scallions if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 3-4 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people as an appetizer or 2 people as a main course.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of scallions, you can use chopped chives or shallots.
- If you don't have lemon juice, you can use white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Top the grilled oysters with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Serve the grilled oysters with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to shuck the oysters carefully to avoid any shell fragments.
- Use a pastry brush to evenly coat the oysters with the butter mixture.
- If grilling outdoors, place the oysters on a sheet of aluminum foil to prevent them from falling through the grates.
Storage instructions:
Grilled oysters are best served immediately and should not be stored.
Reheating instructions:
Grilled oysters should not be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the grilled oysters on a bed of rock salt or crushed ice for an elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
Chopped scallions, chopped chives, grated Parmesan cheese
Pairings:
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or a light beer
Suggested side dishes:
Garlic bread, green salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the butter mixture starts to burn, move the oysters to a cooler part of the grill.
- If the oysters don't open during grilling, discard them as they may not be fresh.
Food safety advice:
- Only use fresh, live oysters for this recipe.
- Make sure to shuck the oysters carefully to avoid any shell fragments.
- Discard any oysters that do not open during grilling.
Food history:
Grilled oysters have been a popular dish in coastal regions for centuries, particularly in the southern United States.
Flavor profiles:
Salty, buttery, tangy
Serving suggestions:
Serve the grilled oysters as an appetizer or main course with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
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