Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsChristopher'sOyster Bay Recipe

Oyster Bay Recipe

Inspired by Christopher's
Time30m
Serves2

New Zealand

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Garnish

Method

Prepare the Oysters

  1. 1

    Clean the Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Scrub the shells with a brush if necessary.

  2. 2

    Shuck the Oysters

    Using an oyster knife, carefully open each oyster by inserting the knife into the hinge of the shell and twisting. Remove the top shell and loosen the oyster from the bottom shell. Place the oysters on a serving platter.

Make the Sauce

  1. 3

    Prepare Mignonette Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine the chopped shallots, lemon juice, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix well and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  2. 4

    Add Hot Sauce

    Add a dash of hot sauce to the mignonette sauce, adjusting the quantity to your personal taste.

Serve the Oysters

  1. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Drizzle the mignonette sauce over the freshly shucked oysters. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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