½ Dozen Oysters Recipe
Make ½ Dozen Oysters Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Mignonette Sauce
To Serve
Method
Prepare Mignonette Sauce
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine red wine vinegar, minced shallot, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Shuck the Oysters
- 2
Open Oysters
Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck each oyster over a bowl to catch any liquid (liquor). Discard the top shell and loosen the oyster from the bottom shell while keeping it in its natural juices.
Plate and Serve
- 3
Arrange Oysters
Spread crushed ice over a serving platter. Nestle the shucked oysters on the half shell into the ice to keep them cold.
- 4