Description
This recipe features fresh oysters grilled to perfection and topped with a flavorful mixture of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and butter. Quick to prepare and cook, these grilled Parmesan garlic oysters make an elegant appetizer that combines smoky char with rich, cheesy, and garlicky goodness, complemented by fresh lemon juice and parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Oysters
- 12 fresh oysters, shucked
Garlic Butter Topping
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
To Serve
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough to cook the oysters evenly and melt the topping quickly.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Stir well until fully blended.
- Position Oysters on Grill: Arrange the shucked oysters on the grill with the shell side down to keep them stable and prevent the juices from spilling out.
- Add Topping: Spoon a generous amount of the prepared garlic butter mixture onto each oyster, covering the meat thoroughly.
- Grill Oysters: Close the grill lid and cook the oysters for 5 to 7 minutes, until the butter is bubbling and the Parmesan cheese turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Carefully remove the oysters from the grill. Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the top for added brightness.
Notes
- Use fresh, live oysters and shuck them carefully before grilling.
- Keep the grill closed during cooking to maintain heat and cook oysters evenly.
- If you do not have a grill, you can broil the oysters in the oven as an alternative method.
- Make sure the butter mixture is spread evenly to ensure flavorful bites.
- Wear gloves or use a towel while handling hot oysters to avoid burns.
- Adjust garlic and Parmesan quantities to your taste preference.
