Oysters Recipe
Freshly shucked oysters served with lemon and cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Shucking the Oysters
Carefully shuck the fresh oysters using an oyster knife. Hold the oyster with a towel to protect your hand, and insert the knife into the hinge of the oyster. Twist the knife to open the shell and slide the knife under the meat to detach it from the shell.
- 2
Serving the Oysters
Place the shucked oysters on a platter filled with crushed ice to keep them chilled. This also helps to stabilize the oysters.
- 3
- 4
Setting the Table
Arrange the cocktail sauce in a small bowl on the platter with the oysters. Place the lemon wedges around the oysters for easy access.

