Oysters Recipe
Fresh oysters served with lemon and cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Oysters
Rinse the fresh oysters under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Use a scrub brush if necessary to ensure they are clean.
- 2
Shuck the Oysters
Using an oyster knife, carefully insert the knife into the hinge of the oyster and twist to open. Slide the knife along the shell to cut the muscle that holds the oyster to the shell. Discard the top shell and keep the oyster in the bottom shell.
- 3
Prepare Lemon Wedges
Cut the lemon into wedges for serving alongside the oysters.
- 4
