Jul 09 2026
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Shucking the Oysters
Carefully shuck the PEI East Coast oysters using an oyster knife. Hold the oyster in a towel with the flat side facing up and insert the knife into the hinge. Twist the knife to pop the shell open, then slide the knife along the inside of the top shell to detach the oyster.
- 2
Serving
Place the shucked oysters on a bed of crushed ice on a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve with cocktail sauce and Tabasco sauce on the side.