Oysters with Mignonette
Oysters with mignonette is the easy and elegant appetizer you need in your life! They're perfect for the holidays and NYE, but also great for turning a Friday night into a festive occasion.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Makes: 12 oysters
Ingredients
- 12 oysters, shucked (see above tips and tricks)
- 1 1/2 tablespoon very finely minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon very finely minced cucumber
- 1/3 cup champagne
- 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- freshly cracked black pepper
- pinch of kosher salt
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Mix the shallots, cucumber, vinegar, champagne, pepper, and kosher salt in a small bowl. Let the mignonette sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature.
- Serve the shucked oysters with mignonette and lemon wedges on a tray with ice.
- Store leftover mignonette in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days.