Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCatalina Kitchen and BarFresh Shucked Oysters Recipe

Fresh Shucked Oysters Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

mimosa mignonette, house cocktail sauce, tabasco (minimum three per order)

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Ingredients

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Oysters

To Serve

Method

Prepare Oysters

  1. 1

    Shuck the Oysters

    Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck each oyster by inserting the knife into the hinge of the shell and twisting it to pop it open. Discard the top shell and retain the bottom shell with the oyster inside. Place the shucked oysters on a serving platter filled with crushed ice.

Make Mimosa Mignonette

  1. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the champagne vinegar, fresh orange juice, minced shallots, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir well to mix the ingredients.

  2. 3

    Chill

    Cover the mignonette and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Make House Cocktail Sauce

  1. 4

    Mix Sauce Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and optional hot sauce until well combined.

  2. 5

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more horseradish or hot sauce for additional heat if desired.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Oysters

    Arrange the shucked oysters on the serving platter. Serve with the chilled mimosa mignonette and house cocktail sauce on the side.

  2. 7

    Add Tabasco

    Provide Tabasco sauce on the side for guests to add to their oysters to taste.

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