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Charbroiled Oysters

Fresh oysters on the half shell charred over high flame with a garlic herb butter and grated Romano cheese.

30 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

CajunAppetizerGrillPescatarianLow CarbKetoHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 24 fresh oysters on the half shell, shucked
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to high heat, around 450 to 500 degrees F.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tsp Creole seasoning until uniform.

  3. 3

    Place 24 shucked fresh oysters on the half shell directly onto the hot grill grate shell side down.

  4. 4

    Spoon the butter mixture over each shell and sprinkle top with 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese.

  5. 5

    Grill for 5 to 7 minutes until the butter bubbles furiously and oysters reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

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Questions

What is Charbroiled Oysters?

Fresh oysters on the half shell charred over high flame with a garlic herb butter and grated Romano cheese. This reference files it under Cajun appetizer: cooked on the grill, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What temperature do I cook Charbroiled Oysters at?

For Charbroiled Oysters, the oven is set to 500 F (about 260 C) in step 1. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for Cajun seasoning in Charbroiled Oysters?

The entry for Charbroiled Oysters calls for 1 tsp Creole seasoning. In its place: Two parts paprika to one part each of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, oregano and cayenne, with salt.

Can I make Charbroiled Oysters dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Charbroiled Oysters is 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Charbroiled Oysters keto-friendly?

A serving of Charbroiled Oysters carries 6 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

Does Charbroiled Oysters contain shellfish?

Yes: 24 fresh oysters on the half shell, shucked. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Charbroiled Oysters?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 6 g of carbohydrate in about 380 calories, with 14 g protein and 32 g fat, plus 650 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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