Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMandolinLocal Nc Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Local Nc Oysters On The Half Shell Recipe

Inspired by Mandolin
Time30m
Serves4

House-made Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette, Hot Sauce

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Ingredients

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Oysters and Accompaniments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cocktail Sauce

    In a bowl, combine ketchup, horseradish, and lemon juice. Mix well and adjust the horseradish to taste. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Mignonette

    In another bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, finely chopped shallots, and black pepper. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

  3. 3

    Shuck the Oysters

    Carefully shuck the oysters, keeping the meat in the bottom shell. Arrange them on a platter with crushed ice to keep them cold.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Serve the oysters on the half shell with the cocktail sauce, mignonette, and hot sauce on the side.

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