dominicc's Notes:
24 oysters, shucked, shells and water reserved Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup butter, melted Ask a question about this ingredient
2 shallots, medium, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
3 garlic cloves, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon salt, kosher Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient
Prepare charcoal or gas grill for direct cooking at medium-high heat, you should be able to hold your hand over the grill for 5-6 seconds.
Ask a question about this stepIn a saucepan over medium low heat: add butter, shallots, and reserved oyster water. Cook until the shallots soften, about 3 of 4 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepAdd garlic, parsley, salt, and cayenne, cook for about a minute more.
Ask a question about this stepOff heat, stir in absinthe.
Ask a question about this stepAdd one oyster to each half shell and top with 1 tablespoon of butter mixture.
Ask a question about this stepCarefully- place on grill for about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
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Cathy is the author of The Art of Eating In and blogs at Not Eating Out in New York.
