Ready to spice up your Valentine’s Day with a dash of romance? These fire-roasted oysters are here to steal the show. Imagine fresh, buttery goodness mingled with a white wine magic that’ll have your taste buds dancing. This adorable recipe is easy-peasy, so get ready to impress your special someone!
Ingredients
Shucked Atlantic oysters (Blue Point or Wellfleet)
White Wine Compound Butter
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cloves mashed garlic
1 1/2 tbs dry white wine
1/2 tbs chopped thyme
1 tbs chopped parsley
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Compound Butter
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl using a fork or mixer. Add a teaspoon of butter to each shucked oyster, reserving some for post-grilling or for pasta.
Roasting Oysters**
the fire pit or grill to 475°F.
Prepare a sheet pan with crumbled aluminum foil to keep the oysters in place. Place shucked oysters on the sheet pan, gently pressing them down.
Spoon a heaping teaspoon of compound butter into each oyster.
Grill over direct heat for 4-6 minutes until the butter bubbles, and the edges of the oyster flesh brown slightly. Carefully remove from the heat with tongs; the oysters will be very hot.
Garnish with additional parsley and serve warm in the half shell over a bed of salt or buttered pasta.
Notes
Atlantic oysters, such as Blue Point and Wellfleet, with larger shells are ideal for roasting.
For oven-roasted oysters, bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes or broil for 1 minute.
Whether you savor them over a bed of salt or alongside buttered pasta, this recipe promises a memorable dining experience.
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