Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsHenlopen City Oyster HouseOyster Sampler Recipe

Oyster Sampler Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Oyster Preparation

Method

Oyster Preparation

  1. 1

    Select Fresh Oysters

    Choose 12 live, fresh oysters from a trusted seafood market. Ensure they are closed tightly; any open shells should be discarded.

  2. 2

    Clean the Oysters

    Using a brush, scrub the oyster shells under cold running water to remove any dirt or sand. Rinse thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Shuck the Oysters

    Using an oyster knife, carefully insert the tip into the hinge of each oyster. Twist the knife to pop the shell open, then slide the knife along the top shell to cut the muscle and remove it. Discard the top shell.

  4. 4

    Serve the Oysters

    Place the freshly shucked oysters on a serving platter filled with crushed ice to keep them cold.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Accompaniments

    Arrange lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, mignonette sauce, and Tabasco sauce around the oysters on the platter. Sprinkle some sea salt over the oysters.

  6. 6

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately and enjoy the oysters fresh with your choice of sauces and lemon.

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