Crunchy Grilled Oysters

Crunchy Grilled Oysters

5 minutes prep, 7 minutes cook

Serves 2

Ingredients

8 fresh oysters, shucked

15g butter

1 shallot, finely chopped

1 tsp fresh chopped chervil or parsley

150ml double cream

Salt and black pepper

30g Gruyère cheese, grated

1 tbsp breadcrumbs

Method

Preheat the grill. Arrange the oysters in the bottom half of the shells and place on a baking sheet.

Melt the butter in a small pan and add the shallot and cook until soft. Stir in the chervil, cream and seasoning to taste. Place a spoonful of the sauce on top of each oyster and sprinkle with the cheese and breadcrumbs. Grill until golden brown.

Serve with a watercress salad and crusty bread.

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