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Taco Oysters

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These Taco Oysters transform delicate seafood into a robust, party-friendly appetizer. By combining fresh oysters on the half shell with a tangy tomato-lemon sauce, crispy bacon bits, and melted cheddar cheese, you get a perfect balance of briny, spicy, and creamy flavors. The rock salt base keeps the shells steady during baking, ensuring easy eating. This dish is an excellent choice for game day gatherings, seafood boils, or a special weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet quick to prepare. The heat from the tabasco cuts through the richness of the cheese and bacon, creating a memorable bite that pairs wonderfully with cold beer or crisp white wine.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 612.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Taco Oysters transform delicate seafood into a robust, party-friendly appetizer. By combining fresh oysters on the half shell with a tangy tomato-lemon sauce, crispy bacon bits, and melted cheddar cheese, you get a perfect balance of briny, spicy, and creamy flavors. The rock salt base keeps the shells steady during baking, ensuring easy eating. This dish is an excellent choice for game day gatherings, seafood boils, or a special weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet quick to prepare. The heat from the tabasco cuts through the richness of the cheese and bacon, creating a memorable bite that pairs wonderfully with cold beer or crisp white wine.
Ingredients
  • 36 Raw Oysters on the half
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 450&# 194;°F (230°C).
  2. 2
    Sprinkle a layer of rock salt into the bottom of a shallow ovenproof dish to create a stable base.
  3. 3
    Arrange the oysters on the half shell on top of the rock salt in the dish.
  4. 4
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the tomato sauce, lemon juice, sugar, salt, ground black pepper, and tabasco sauce until smooth.
  5. 5
    Spoon an equal amount of the tomato mixture over each oyster.
  6. 6
    Place two pieces of partially fried bacon on top of the sauce on each oyster.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle the finely grated extra old cheddar cheese evenly over all the oysters.
  8. 8
    Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the oysters are cooked through.
  9. 9
    Remove from the oven and let stand for 1 minute before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 612.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.0g28%
Saturated Fat 3.6g18%
Cholesterol 495.0mg165%
Sodium 1962.0mg82%
Total Carbohydrate 35.1g12%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 81.0g162%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: oysters, taco, bacon, cheese, mexican, spicy, appetizer, seafood, baked, party food, game day, easy, quick, comfort food, tabasco, tomato sauce, cheddar, briny, indulgent, classic
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