Drago’s Style Charbroiled Oysters are a popular dish from Drago’s Seafood Restaurant in New Orleans. The oysters are known for their smoky, buttery, and garlicky flavor. Here’s a simple recipe inspired by Drago’s charbroiled oysters.
Ingredients:
- 12 fresh oysters (shucked, on the half shell)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco, optional for a bit of heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the grill:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the oyster butter mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (optional), oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Prepare the oysters:
- Arrange the shucked oysters on a tray or a baking sheet lined with rock salt (to keep the oysters steady while grilling).
- Top the oysters:
- Spoon a generous amount of the butter mixture onto each oyster, spreading it evenly over the top of the oyster meat.
- Grill the oysters:
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Place the oysters on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the butter is bubbly, the oysters are cooked through, and the cheese starts to brown. You can use tongs to adjust the oysters if they shift during grilling.
- Serve:
- Carefully remove the oysters from the grill. Optionally, drizzle with extra lemon juice and garnish with additional parsley.
- Serve the oysters immediately with crusty French bread for dipping in the flavorful butter sauce.
Enjoy your homemade Drago’s-style charbroiled oysters!