Oysters with Lemon Sorrel Sauce

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directions

  • 1

    Combine Basil Sorrel Pesto, lemon juice, Roses Lime juice and breadcrumbs in a small bowl

  • 2

    Whisk together thoroughly. Scrub the oysters well under cool running water

  • 3

    Discard any opened oysters

  • 4

    Bring about 2 inches of water to a boil in a large covered pan

  • 5

    Add the oysters and simmer for 15 minutes until they just crack open

  • 6

    Drain in a colander. Crack the shells apart by inserting a paring knife between the two halves and discard the top shell

  • 7

    Arrange the opened shells on baking dish

  • 8

    Place under a hot broiler for about 4 minutes until the edges curl

  • 9

    Remove from broiler and spoon 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of the pesto sauce over each oyster

  • 10

    If the sauce is too thick to spread, thin with a little olive oil

  • 11

    Serve hot

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    Serves 4 to 6.

Oysters with Lemon Sorrel Sauce

ingredients

  • 4 pounds very fresh, large Pacific oysters
  • 1/2 cup Basil Sorrel Pesto (page 21)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Roses Lime juice
  • 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs

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