Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsKingfisher Bar & GrillRaw Oysters* On The Half-shell With Mignonette & Cocktail Recipe

Raw Oysters* On The Half-shell With Mignonette & Cocktail Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Raw Oysters* On The Half-shell With Mignonette & Cocktail Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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HOUSE FAVORITES

Garnish

Method

HOUSE FAVORITES

  1. 1

    Shucked Oysters On The Half-Shell

    Arrange the shucked oysters on a chilled platter over crushed ice. Keep them cold until service.

  2. 2

    Make Mignonette

    In a small bowl, whisk together minced shallots, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, and cracked black pepper. Let sit 10–15 minutes to mellow the shallots. If desired, fold in chopped fresh herbs just before serving.

  3. 3

    Make Cocktail Sauce

    In a separate bowl, whisk together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 4

    Plate and Serve

    Place oysters on the half-shell on the platter. Spoon a small amount of mignonette on each oyster or serve on the side. Serve cocktail sauce in a small dish with lemon wedges. Keep oysters on crushed ice until service.

Mignonette

  1. 5

    Combine minced shallots, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, and cracked black pepper in a small bowl. Let macerate 10–15 minutes before serving to mellow the shallots.

Cocktail Sauce

  1. 6

    Whisk together ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and salt until smooth. Taste and adjust acidity or heat as desired.

Garnish

  1. 7

    Arrange lemon wedges on the side of the platter for squeezing at the table.

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