Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGertrude'sSpanish-style Baked Wild Maryland Oysters Recipe

Spanish-style Baked Wild Maryland Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Gertrude's
Time45m
Serves4

Topped house-cured bacon, onion, red bell pepper, celery, garlic, smoked paprika

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the oysters under cold water and set aside. Chop the bacon, onion, red bell pepper, celery, and garlic finely.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon and Vegetables

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet. Add the onion, red bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Crumble the cooked bacon into the vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Prepare Oysters for Baking

    Place the oysters on a baking sheet. Spoon the bacon and vegetable mixture generously over each oyster.

  5. 5

    Bake the Oysters

    Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the oysters are cooked through and the topping is slightly golden.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

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