Baked Belon Oysters in Seaweed Butter Recipe

Name: Baked Belon Oysters in Seaweed Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 sheet nori seaweed; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature; Finely grated zest of half a lemon; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 inch square of dried wakame seaweed; 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 12 Belon oysters, opened, top shells discarded; Wedge of lemon; 2 radishes, finely shredded on a grater

Servings: persons

1 sheet nori seaweed
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
Finely grated zest of half a lemon
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 inch square of dried wakame seaweed
1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil
12 Belon oysters, opened, top shells discarded
Wedge of lemon
2 radishes, finely shredded on a grater

1
Make the seaweed butter: Heat oven to 250 degrees.
2
Place the nori on a baking sheet and bake until crisp and fragrant, about 15 minutes.
3
Break into pieces and grind to a powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
4
Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
5
Mix until thoroughly blended.
6
On a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap, shape mixture into a small log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
7
Roll up, seal the ends and chill until firm.
8
May be refrigerated for 1 week or frozen for up to 1 month.
9
Prepare the oysters: Heat a broiler, with a rack about 6 inches below heat.
10
Place the wakame in a small bowl of hot water until rehydrated, about 10 minutes, then cut into 12 tiny squares; set aside.
11
In a small skillet, toss the bread crumbs with the olive oil.
12
Place over medium heat and stir until toasted, 2 to 3 minutes; remove from heat and set aside.
13
Arrange oysters on a rimmed baking sheet.
14
Top each with a small knob (about 1/2 teaspoon) of seaweed butter and 1 teaspoon of the toasted bread crumbs.
15
Place under broiler until warmed through and butter is bubbling, about 2 minutes.
16
Carefully (shells will be hot) transfer to a serving platter, and garnish each oyster with a squeeze of lemon, a bit of radish and a square of wakame.
17
Serve hot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 sheet nori seaweed, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, Finely grated zest of half a lemon, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Baked Belon Oysters in Seaweed Butter falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Belon Oysters in Seaweed Butter

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