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Freshly Shucked Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Dante NYC
Time1h
Serves2

half dozen 27 dozen 52 lime & ginger granita

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Lime & Ginger Granita

Method

Preparing the Oysters

1

Shucking the Oysters

Carefully shuck the fresh oysters using an oyster knife. Hold the oyster with a towel to protect your hand. Insert the knife into the hinge of the oyster and twist to open. Slide the knife along the shell to cut the muscle that holds the oyster in place. Remove the top shell and set aside.

2

Cleaning the Oysters

Once shucked, gently clean any debris from the oyster with a small brush or cloth, ensuring they are ready to serve fresh.

Preparing the Lime & Ginger Granita

3

Making the Granita Mixture

In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4

Adding Lime and Ginger

Add the fresh lime juice, grated ginger, and lime zest to the sugar-water mixture. Stir well to combine.

5

Freezing the Granita

Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer. Every 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the mixture, breaking up any ice crystals until fluffy, about 2-3 hours.

Serving

6

Plating the Oysters

Arrange the freshly shucked oysters on a serving platter. You may add ice to keep them cold.

7

Serving the Granita

Scoop the lime and ginger granita into small serving cups or bowls. Serve alongside the oysters for a refreshing accompaniment.