Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSweetwater TavernNew Orleans Chargrilled Garlic Oysters Recipe

New Orleans Chargrilled Garlic Oysters Recipe

Inspired by Sweetwater Tavern
Time30m
Serves4

Chef’s blend of garlic, bread crumbs, and parmesan cheese

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Prepare Oysters

    Carefully shuck the oysters and place them on a grill-safe tray or directly on the grill grates.

  3. 3

    Make Garlic Butter Mixture

    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper into the garlic butter mixture.

  5. 5

    Top Oysters

    Spoon the garlic breadcrumb mixture generously over each oyster.

  6. 6

    Grill Oysters

    Place the tray with oysters on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the topping is golden and the oysters are cooked through.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Remove from the grill and serve hot. Optionally garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges.

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