Baked Oysters with Cheese
Fresh oysters topped with melted cheese and herbs, baked until golden and bubbling. A simple yet elegant appetizer that's ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 12 whole oysters
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 whole lemon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Shuck the 12 oysters, discarding the top shells and keeping the bottom shells with the oysters. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with rock salt or crumpled foil to keep them steady.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix 1 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup parmesan, and 2 tbsp chopped parsley. Set aside.
- 3
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- 4
Brush each oyster with the garlic butter, then top generously with the cheese mixture, pressing lightly.
- 5
Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden brown on top. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing.
- 6
Optional: sprinkle with red pepper flakes or paprika before baking for a spicy kick.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- oyster knife
- small skillet
- mixing bowl
- pastry brush
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