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Xinh's Baked Oysters on the Half Shell

Source of Recipe


Xinh's Clam and Oyster House (Shelton, Washington)






List of Ingredients



• 2 dozen fresh oysters in the shell
  
• 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  
• 1 tsp sugar (or honey)
  
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped green onion
  
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  
• 1/2 red pepper, coarsely chopped
  
• 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
  
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
  
• Juice of 1 lemon
  
• Salt and pepper to taste
  
• 1 Tbsp dried basil
  






Instructions



1. Place oysters on a baking pan and bake in a 420-degree oven for 10 minutes or until open.
   
   
2. Cut oyster meat away from the shell. Preheat the oven on broil and place the oven rack on top setting. Place all other ingredients in a blender and blend to a coarse meal consistency.
   
   
3. Place each oyster in its top shell (cupped side of the shell) and arrange on a cookie sheet or large baking dish. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the mixture on top of each oyster. Broil only until oysters are a light brown, or about 10 minutes. Serve while hot for a great appetizer.
   
   Makes 24 appetizers;
   allow for 2 to 3 per person.
   
   NOTES: Closely watch the oysters so they don't burn. This dish may be well received with people who are timid about eating oysters.