Oysters Meltzerenfuego
Elevate your seafood experience with *Oysters Meltzerenfuego*, a bold and indulgent twist on classic baked oysters. This show-stopping appetizer marries smoky, spicy, and cheesy flavors for the ultimate palate-pleasing bite. Fresh oysters on the half shell are topped with a fragrant garlic-jalapeño butter infused with smoked paprika and cayenne, then blanketed in a decadent mixture of Parmesan, cheddar, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs. Broiled to golden perfection, these oysters deliver a smoky kick with a citrusy finish thanks to a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. Perfect for dinner parties or date nights, this easy-to-follow recipe brings gourmet flair to your table in just 30 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and lemon slices, for an impressive yet approachable seafood sensation your guests won't forget!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh oysters on the half shell
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium lemon, zest and juice
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to broil and line a baking sheet with a layer of rock salt or crumpled foil to help keep the oysters steady.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, then remove the skillet from heat. Let the butter mixture cool slightly.
In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, shredded cheddar, panko breadcrumbs, and parsley. Add the lemon zest and mix well.
Carefully spoon a scant teaspoon of the butter mixture onto each oyster, followed by a generous sprinkling of the cheese and breadcrumb mixture.
Place the prepared oysters on the baking sheet, making sure they are level and secure.
Drizzle a tiny drop of olive oil over each oyster, then season lightly with sea salt and black pepper.
Broil the oysters on the top rack of the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and slightly golden.
Remove the oysters from the oven and allow them to cool for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice just before serving.
Serve immediately on a platter garnished with additional parsley or lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.1 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.9 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 524 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2409 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 76.3 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 48.3 mcg | 242% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 45.8 mg | 254% | |
| Potassium | 1296 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
