Oysters On The Halfshell Recipe
Freshly shucked oysters served on the halfshell, offering a briny taste of the ocean with a squeeze of lemon.
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Ingredients
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Oysters and Accompaniments
Method
Preparation
- 1
Shuck the Oysters
Carefully shuck the oysters using an oyster knife, ensuring to keep the liquid inside the shell. Discard the top shell and place the oysters on a serving platter with the flat side facing up.
- 2
Prepare Accompaniments
Arrange lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, and Tabasco sauce around the platter of oysters for serving. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the oysters for garnish.
- 3
Serve
Serve the oysters immediately on the half shell, allowing guests to add cocktail sauce, Tabasco, and a squeeze of lemon to taste.
