Char Oysters Recipe
Freshly shucked oysters topped with mignonette sauce.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Mignonette Sauce
Method
Prepare Oysters
- 1
Shuck the Oysters
Carefully shuck the fresh oysters, discarding the top shell and keeping the oyster in the bottom shell. Place them on a serving platter with a bed of ice to keep them chilled.
Make Mignonette Sauce
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the red wine vinegar, finely chopped shallot, and crushed black peppercorns. Stir well to combine. Let the sauce sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
- 3
Top the Oysters
Spoon a small amount of the mignonette sauce over each shucked oyster. Serve immediately while chilled.