Jul 14 2026
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Grilled Oyster (1) Recipe

Inspired by El Azteca
Time30m
Serves4

Grilled oyster topped with melted cheese, your choice of bacon or chorizo, a slice of jalapeño & a side of Drunk Sauce

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Method

Preparing the Oysters

  1. 1

    Clean the Oysters

    Scrub the oysters under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any that are open or damaged.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).

  3. 3

    Melt the Butter and Mix Cheese

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in the softened cream cheese until smooth.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Topping

    In a bowl, combine the melted butter-garlic mixture with shredded cheese and crumbled bacon or chorizo. Mix well.

Grilling the Oysters

  1. 5

    Place the Oysters on the Grill

    Arrange the cleaned oysters on the grill grates, cupped side down, to prevent filling from spilling out.

  2. 6

    Add the Cheese Mixture

    Spoon the cheese and bacon or chorizo mixture generously onto each oyster.

  3. 7

    Add Jalapeños

    Top each oyster with a slice of jalapeño.

  4. 8

    Grill the Oysters

    Close the grill lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Making the Drunk Sauce

  1. 9

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 10

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more hot sauce for a spicier kick or more mayonnaise for creaminess.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate the Oysters

    Carefully remove the oysters from the grill and place them on a serving platter.

  2. 12

    Serve with Drunk Sauce

    Serve the grilled oysters hot with a side of the Drunk Sauce for dipping.

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