Charbroiled Oysters

Elevate your seafood dining experience with these irresistible charbroiled oysters—an indulgent combination of smoky, garlicky, and cheesy perfection. Fresh oysters are nestled in their shells, generously coated with a luscious mixture of melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, then kissed with a touch of heat from hot sauce. Grilled over rock salt to ensure stability and infused with a subtle smokiness, these gourmet oysters are finished with golden, bubbling tops—and an optional sprinkle of breadcrumbs for delightful crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for entertaining, serve these charbroiled oysters with lemon wedges for a fresh, citrusy finish, and watch them disappear in no time. Ideal as an appetizer or a show-stopping seafood dish, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces fresh oysters in shells
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup bread crumbs (optional)
• 3 cups rock salt (for grill stability)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If you're using charcoal, prepare a hot zone for direct cooking.

Step 2

Carefully clean and scrub the oyster shells under cold running water to remove any grit or debris. Shuck the oysters, leaving the meat in the deep half of the shell, and discard the top shell.

Step 3

Place the shucked oysters on a bed of rock salt on a large grill-safe tray or directly on the grates if stable.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the butter mixture over each oyster, ensuring the meat is evenly coated. Optionally, sprinkle bread crumbs for an extra crunch.

Step 7

Place the prepared oysters on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for 4-6 minutes, or until the butter is bubbling and golden, and the edges of the oysters begin to curl.

Step 8

Carefully remove the oysters from the grill using tongs. Let them cool slightly before serving, as the liquid inside will be extremely hot.

Step 9

Serve the charbroiled oysters immediately with lemon wedges on the side, allowing guests to squeeze fresh juice over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2204.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1886.5

Total Fat 127.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 866mg	0%
Sodium 279917.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 121.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3840IU	0%
Calcium 1692.9mg	0%
Iron 84.8mg	0%
Potassium 2276.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.6%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 16.6%