While delicious raw, this tasty cooked oyster recipe is great for those who would like to try oysters,, and for the seasoned oyster lover too
Serves 2
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 7 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 fresh oysters, shucked
- 15g (half an oz) butter
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 x 5ml spoon (1 teaspoon) fresh chopped chervil or parsley
- 150ml (5 fl oz) double cream
- salt and black pepper
- 30g (1oz) Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1 x 15ml spoon (1 tablespoon) breadcrumbs
Seasonal salad to serve
Method
Preheat the grill
Arrange the oysters in the bottom half of the shells and place on a baking sheet.
Melt the butter in a small pan and add the shallot and cook until soft. Stir in the chervil, cream and seasoning to taste.
Place a spoonful of the sauce on top of each oyster and sprinkle with the cheese and breadcrumbs.
Grill until golden brown. Serve with a watercress salad and crusty bread.
