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Roasted Oysters on the Grill

Headshot of a smiling woman with short, layered brown hair wearing a cream-colored top in a bright kitchen settingbyDonya Mullins
This simple oyster preparation will have you wishing for seafood every night.
3.72 from 7 reviews
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Roasted Oysters on the Grill clustered together showing textured shells with white meat and algae growth in earthy brown and green tones
This past weekend I think I pulled off the fastest dinner party ever!  It was a great success due to my friend Lori, her husband and their willingness to roll with my crazy, spur of the moment plan.  A very generous friend had given me 2 dozen fresh oysters, so I had dinner but wanted to share all this goodness.  I texted Lori, asked if they were interested and she said, OH, YES!  We added a few extras like fresh bread, melted butter, hot sauce and lemons. We snacked on delicious white bean dip (recipe is on the way) while the grill heated up.  The guys put on some tunes, lit the outdoor candles and set up the bar with chilled wines and cold beer.  It was an awesome night with great friends, delicious food, interesting stories and so much laughter that my cheeks hurt by the end of the night.
I think this spring I am claiming “spur of the moment” as my motto…
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Oyster Questions, Answered

How Do You Cook Oysters in the Shell on the Grill?

Place the oysters directly on a hot grill, flat side up. They’ll steam in their own juices as the grill heats the shells. When the shells pop open — usually after about 5 to 8 minutes — they’re done. Have melted butter, fresh lemon, and hot sauce ready to go. It’s one of those simple pleasures that feels like a real occasion.

Do You Need to Shuck Oysters Before Grilling?

No — that’s one of the best things about grilling oysters. The heat does the work for you. The shells open on their own as they cook. Just place them flat side up on the grate and let the grill take it from there.

How Do You Know When Grilled Oysters Are Done?

The shells will pop open and the oyster meat will turn slightly opaque and begin to curl at the edges. That’s your sign they’re ready. Be careful — the shells hold a lot of heat and the liquid inside will be very hot. A clean towel or grill gloves make handling them much easier.

What Do You Serve With Grilled Oysters?

Melted butter, fresh lemon wedges, and hot sauce are the classics — and for good reason. I love adding a fresh loaf of crusty bread to soak up all that beautiful juice from the shell. Cold beer or a chilled white wine rounds out the whole experience perfectly.

Roasted Oysters on the Grill clustered together showing textured shells with white meat and algae growth in earthy brown and green tones

Roasted Oysters

3.72 from 7 reviews
Author: Donya Mullins
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 6
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This simple oyster preparation will have you wishing for seafood every night.

Ingredients

  • 2 dozen fresh oysters - cleaned
  • 2 sticks salted butter - melted
  • Lemon wedges
  • Hot sauce - Texas Pete is my choice

Instructions

  • Heat grill to medium high.
  • Place cleaned oysters on grill - larger bowl side down.
  • Close lid and roast for approximately 6-8 minutes until shells begin to open.
  • Remove from grill. Using a shucking or paring knife & gloves, gently pry open shells.
  • Run knife around shell, loosening meat, leaving oyster in shell, being careful not to spill any juices. Place on platter.
  • Serve with lemon wedges, melted butter and hot sauce.
Roasted Oysters on the Grill clustered together showing textured shells with white meat and algae growth in earthy brown and green tones
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    1. Hey Linda, sorry for the late answer. I think you could do them in the oven although I never have. Let me know how it worked.
      XO,
      ~Donya

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  2. We used to get a bushel of Olympic oysters, open them, put a piece of sharp cheddar cheese and a piece of bacon on them. Put them under the broiler until the bacon was done. Deelish.

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