Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDons Seafood - LafayetteOysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Oysters

Garnish

Method

Preparation of Oysters

  1. 1

    Clean the Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold running water to remove any sand and debris. Use a brush if necessary to scrub the shells.

  2. 2

    Chill the Oysters

    In a large bowl, fill with ice and place the cleaned oysters on top. Cover with a damp cloth and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Making Mignonette Sauce

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, finely chopped shallots, crushed black peppercorns, and chopped parsley until well combined.

  2. 4

    Let it Sit

    Allow the mignonette sauce to sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld together.

Serving

  1. 5

    Shuck the Oysters

    Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck each oyster and place it on the half shell on a serving platter. Discard the top shell.

  2. 6

    Serve with Garnishes

    Serve the oysters on the half shell with a side of mignonette sauce, lemon wedges, and hot sauce for those who prefer a spicy kick.

More from Dons Seafood - Lafayette