East Coast Oysters Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

$1.50 per oyster. 6 oyster minimum.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the oysters
Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any dirt or sand. Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck the oysters by inserting the knife into the hinge and twisting to open. Discard the top shell and place the oysters on a serving platter with the deeper shell facing upward.
2
Garnish
Serve the oysters immediately on ice or with a sprinkle of sea salt. Arrange lemon wedges and cocktail sauce on the side, and add hot sauce for those who prefer a spicy kick.
3
Enjoy
Enjoy the fresh oysters raw, squeezing fresh lemon juice over them and dipping in cocktail sauce or hot sauce as desired.