Description
Turn your next appetizer course into a show-stopper with these Grilled Parmesan Garlic Oysters. Perfectly briny oysters are topped with a creamy, garlicky, cheesy blend and broiled until golden and bubbling. Whether you’re throwing a dinner party or need easy food ideas for a romantic evening, this dish delivers in both flavor and presentation. It’s a quick appetizer that feels gourmet but is surprisingly simple to make. Perfect for seafood lovers looking for new and easy recipes to try!
Ingredients
1 dozen fresh oysters on the half shell
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat your grill or broiler to 450°F.
2. In a bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully mixed.
4. Arrange oysters on a baking tray or grill rack.
5. Spoon the garlic-Parmesan mixture over each oyster.
6. Grill or broil for 5–7 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
7. Remove and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For best results, use large, deep-cupped oysters like Blue Point or Pacific.
Watch closely under the broiler to avoid overcooking the oysters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oysters
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: grilled oysters, garlic oysters, parmesan oysters, seafood appetizer, oyster recipe