12 oysters, freshly opened 1 Tbs. oil 1oz/25g butter 4 shallots, peeled and chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley salt and ground black pepper 3 Tbs. fresh white breadcrumbs 1oz/25g freshly grated Parmesan cheese 4 Tbs. double cream
Instructions
1) Carefully remove oysters from shell and reserve with their juice. Clean rounded top shells and keep for serving oysters.
2) Heat oil and butter in a pan and gently fry shallot and garlic over low heat until soft. Stir in parsley and reserved oyster liquor. Season with salt and pepper. Add oysters and toss around for a minute only.
3) Transfer oysters and shallot mix back to shells. Pour over a little cream. Top with fresh breadcrumbs and freshly grated Parmesan. Grill until top browns. Serve immediately.
