Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe
by the half dozen mignonette, cocktail, lemon
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Ingredients
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Oysters and Accompaniments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mignonette Sauce
In a small bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, finely minced shallots, and cracked black peppercorns. Mix well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- 2
Shuck the Oysters
Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck the oysters, being cautious of the shell edges. Discard the top shell and place the oysters on a bed of crushed ice on a serving platter.
- 3
Serve
Serve the oysters on the half shell with the mignonette sauce, cocktail sauce, and lemon wedges on the side.
