Description
This delicious baked oysters recipe features fresh oysters topped with a savory garlic butter mixture, breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese, then baked to golden perfection. It’s a quick and elegant appetizer perfect for seafood lovers looking to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Oysters
- 12 fresh oysters, shucked
Garlic Butter Topping
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with rock salt or crumpled foil to keep the oyster shells stable while baking.
- Prepare Oysters: Arrange the shucked oysters on the prepared baking sheet, making sure each shell is level and secure to prevent spillage during baking.
- Make Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix together melted butter, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Top Oysters: Spoon approximately one tablespoon of the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over each oyster, ensuring each is well covered.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the oysters for 8 to 10 minutes or until the breadcrumb topping turns golden brown and the oysters are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the oysters from the oven, sprinkle with additional fresh parsley, serve with lemon wedges, and enjoy immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality oysters for the best flavor and safety.
- Shucking oysters can be tricky—use a proper oyster knife and protective glove to avoid injury.
- If you prefer a spicier topping, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.
- Rock salt or crumpled foil helps to stabilize oyster shells during baking and prevents tipping.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the oysters at their best texture and temperature.
