Oysters Kilpatrick

Method

• How to Make Oysters Kilpatrick
• Preheat a grill or broiler to high heat
• Line a baking tray with rock salt or crumpled foil to stabilize oyster shells
• Cut bacon into very small pieces or fine strips
• Place bacon pieces in a cold pan and cook over medium heat until just starting to crisp; remove and drain on paper towel
• In a small saucepan, melt butter gently
• Add Worcestershire sauce, a splash of Tabasco sauce, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of brown sugar to the melted butter; stir to combine
• Shuck the oysters and carefully loosen the meat from the shell, leaving oysters in their half-shells
• Place oyster shells on the prepared tray, ensuring they are level
• Spoon a little of the sauce mixture over each oyster
• Top each oyster with some crisped bacon
• Sprinkle a light dusting of paprika over each oyster
• Place the oysters under the hot grill or broiler for 2-3 minutes, until bacon sizzles and edges begin to crisp
• Remove oysters from grill once sauce is bubbling and bacon is golden
• Transfer oysters to a serving platter lined with rock salt or seaweed for presentation
• Garnish with lemon wedges for squeezing
• Serve immediately while hot