Oysters Rockefeller with Garlic Herb Butter and Parmesan for Two
Experience a romantic culinary journey with this classic aphrodisiac dish for two, featuring succulent oysters baked with garlic herb butter and topped with a blanket of Parmesan cheese.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper
- Small Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Pastry brush optional
- Oyster shucker (or flat-head screwdriver)
Ingredients
- 12 fresh oysters shucked and on the half shell
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- salt
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place the shucked oysters on a baking sheet lined with rock salt or crumpled aluminum foil to keep them steady.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place a generous dollop of the garlic herb butter mixture on top of each oyster.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the oysters.
- Bake the oysters in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the oysters cool for a minute or two before serving.
- Serve the Oysters Rockefeller with lemon wedges for squeezing, and enjoy this romantic dish with your special someone.
Nutrition
Serving: 6OystersCalories: 235kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 210mgVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg
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