Grilled Oyster (1) Recipe
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
Drunk Sauce
Method
Preparing the Oysters
- 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
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
- 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
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
- 5
Place the Oysters on the Grill
Arrange the cleaned oysters on the grill grates, cupped side down, to prevent filling from spilling out.
- 6
Add the Cheese Mixture
Spoon the cheese and bacon or chorizo mixture generously onto each oyster.
- 7
Add Jalapeños
Top each oyster with a slice of jalapeño.
- 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
- 9
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 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
- 11
Plate the Oysters
Carefully remove the oysters from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
- 12
Serve with Drunk Sauce
Serve the grilled oysters hot with a side of the Drunk Sauce for dipping.
