Charbroiled Oysters Recipe
Topped with garlic butter and breadcrumbs
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Garlic Butter
Breadcrumb Topping
Method
Preparation of Oysters
- 1
Shucking the Oysters
Using an oyster knife, carefully shuck the oysters by inserting the knife into the hinge and twisting to open. Discard the top shell and place the oyster on a baking sheet.
- 2
Cleaning
Rinse the oysters under cold water to remove any grit. Drain and set aside.
Garlic Butter
- 3
Melting the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- 4
Adding Flavor
Finely chop the garlic cloves and add them to the melted butter. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 5
Finishing the Butter
Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
Breadcrumb Topping
- 6
Mixing Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, and olive oil. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the breadcrumbs are coated.