Grilled Oysters with Lemon Dill Butter Recipe

• Level: Easy
• Yield: 6 servings
• Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (1 of 6 servings): Calories 341 | Total Fat 21g | Saturated Fat 11g | Carbohydrates 13g | Dietary Fiber 0g | Sugar 0g | Protein 24g | Cholesterol 166mg | Sodium 635mg
• Total: 30 min
• Active: 20 min

Ingredients

• 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 24 large fresh oysters, shucked and placed on the half shell (see Cook's Note)
• Sea salt or fleur de sel

Cook Mode (Keep screen awake)

Instructions

1. Preheat a charcoal or gas grill. If using charcoal, ensure the grill grate is covered with a full layer of hot coals.
2. While the grill heats, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, blend the butter, garlic, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix on medium speed until the ingredients are well incorporated.
3. Arrange the shucked oysters on the half shell on a sheet pan. Place 1 level teaspoon of the herb butter mixture onto each oyster (this amount should be just enough for all the oysters). Lay slightly crumpled sheets of aluminum foil on the grill grates to help keep the oysters steady. Transfer the oysters to the foil, making sure the shells are level so the butter doesn't run out. Cover the grill with the lid, ensuring the vents are open, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the butter begins to simmer and the oysters are warmed through. Carefully transfer the oysters to a serving platter, sprinkle with sea salt or fleur de sel, and serve immediately.

Cook's Note: Ask your fishmonger to shuck the oysters and leave them on the bottom rounded shell. Keep them refrigerated and use as soon as possible after opening.

Photograph by Quentin Bacon

Reprinted from Modern Comfort Food, Copyright 2020 by Ina Garten, Clarkson Potter/Publisher. All rights reserved.

Fire up your grill and discover the magic of Grilled Oysters with Herb Butter! This easy, elegant dish from Ina Garten transforms fresh oysters into a sizzling seafood sensation with a zesty, garlicky butter that melts into pure bliss. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a taste of coastal luxury. Shuck, grill, and savorthe ocean's finest awaits!