Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the sea with these Barbecued Oysters topped with a luscious Smoky Uni Butter. This Japanese-American inspired appetizer is a true delicacy that will impress your guests with its rich and savory taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Oysters:
- 12 fresh oysters (shucked, on the half shell)
Smoky Uni Butter:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons uni (sea urchin roe)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 small garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped chives
- Salt to taste
Serving:
- Crushed ice or rock salt for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Smoky Uni Butter: In a small bowl, mash together the softened butter, uni, smoked paprika, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Fold in chopped chives and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
- Grill Oysters: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place oysters directly on the grill, shell side down, and cook for 3–4 minutes until the edges begin to curl slightly and juices start to bubble.
- Add Butter and Serve: Top each oyster with a spoonful of smoky uni butter and grill for another 1–2 minutes, just until the butter melts and bubbles. Remove from grill and serve hot on a bed of crushed ice or rock salt.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or breadcrumbs before grilling.
- You can make the uni butter up to a day ahead and refrigerate.
- Serve with lemon wedges and a chilled dry white wine or sake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oysters
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
