Grilled Parmesan Garlic Oysters Recipe
Bring the flavors of the ocean straight to your table with these Grilled Parmesan Garlic Oysters. Juicy oysters grilled to perfection are topped with a rich garlic butter sauce, melted Parmesan cheese, and a touch of fresh parsley. This seafood appetizer is elegant, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or a romantic date night!
Ingredients:
1 stick (½ cup) butter, softened or melted
2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or Pecorino Romano)
Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
12 fresh oysters on the half shell
½ cup additional grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
2 tablespoons extra fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Garlic Butter Mixture
In a small bowl, mix together butter, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, ¼ cup Parmesan, salt, pepper, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon parsley until smooth. Set aside.
Step 2: Preheat the Grill
Heat your grill to medium (about 350°F / 180°C).
Step 3: Grill the Oysters
Place the oysters on the grill (shell side down). Cook until the oyster juices begin to bubble.
Step 4: Add Garlic Butter
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the garlic butter mixture over each oyster.
Step 5: Top with Cheese & Grill
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over each oyster. Grill until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Remove from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, hot sauce, crusty bread, or extra garlic butter for dipping.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy seafood recipe ready in minutes
Perfect for summer BBQs, parties, or holidays
Flavor-packed with garlic, Parmesan, and lemon
Elegant yet simple appetizer that wows every guest
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