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Ingredients
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Oysters
Cotija Garlic Butter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Oysters
Rinse the fresh oysters under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Using a scrub brush, gently scrub the shells to ensure they are clean.
- 2
Making Cotija Garlic Butter
- 3
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Do not let it boil.
- 4
Add Garlic
Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 5
Mix in Cotija Cheese
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the crumbled cotija cheese until well combined.
- 6
Add Parsley and Seasonings
Mix in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until everything is evenly distributed. Set aside.
Grilling Oysters
- 7
Prepare the Oysters
Carefully open each oyster using an oyster knife. Discard any broken shells and keep the oyster in the deeper half of the shell.
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