Butter Poached Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Georgie

Time30m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Oysters
Carefully shuck the oysters, removing them from their shells. Reserve the shells on a plate and set aside.
2
Make the Butter Poaching Liquid
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add minced garlic cloves and fresh thyme sprigs to the melted butter. Cook gently for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
3
Poach the Oysters
Once the butter is fragrant, add the oysters to the saucepan, making sure they are submerged in the butter. Poach the oysters for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are just cooked through and plump. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste during the last minute of cooking.
4
Serve
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the oysters from the butter and place them back into their shells. Drizzle a little of the butter poaching liquid over each oyster and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.