Charbroiled Oysters Recipe

Experience the legendary flavor of Drago's New Orleans with this incredible charbroiled oyster recipe! Originally created by Chef Tommy Cvitanovich, this quick and easy method brings out the best in fresh oysters. Perfectly suited for chilly autumn evenings, these succulent oysters are a fantastic appetizer or a star of your next camp dinner—especially after a long day of hunting. Serve with fresh shrimp and catfish for a complete Louisiana feast!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 467 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Charbroiled Oysters

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How to Make Charbroiled Oysters

  1. Preheat your outdoor grill (charcoal or wood-fired is ideal) to medium-high heat.
  2. Shuck half a dozen fresh oysters, carefully reserving the top shell halves.
  3. Place the oysters, cupped-side up, on the hot grill grates.
  4. In each oyster, spoon 1 tablespoon of garlic butter sauce. Sprinkle generously with 1 teaspoon of grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 teaspoon of grated Romano cheese.
  5. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the oysters are plump and their edges curl slightly. Watch carefully as grilling times may vary depending on grill temperature and oyster size.
  6. Remove from grill and serve immediately. Enjoy the smoky, delicious char!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

41g

Carbs

1g