Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMagdalena, A Maryland BistroOysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

House-Made Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette, Habanero-Mango Hot Sauce

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Habanero-Mango Hot Sauce

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oysters

    Shuck the oysters and place them on a platter with ice to keep them chilled.

  2. 2

    Make Cocktail Sauce

    In a bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.

  3. 3

    Prepare Mignonette

    In a bowl, mix red wine vinegar, finely chopped shallots, and black pepper. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

  4. 4

    Make Habanero-Mango Hot Sauce

    In a blender, combine chopped habanero peppers, diced mango, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Blend until smooth, then transfer to a small bowl.

Serving

  1. 5

    Plate and Serve

    Arrange the oysters on the platter with bowls of cocktail sauce, mignonette, and habanero-mango hot sauce. Serve immediately.

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