Uncle Bill'S Steamed Oysters

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   Shuck oysters carefully and save the shell.

2. 2

   Arrange oysters in a half shell on a heat-resistant plate ready for steaming.

3. 3

   Heat a small frying pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add olive oil, garlic and grated ginger and cook until pale golden, about 1 minute, stirring constantly.

5. 5

   Add brandy and ignite, shaking pan to mix; cook until alcohol is burned off, about 10 seconds.

6. 6

   Spoon lemon juice equally on each oyster that are arranged in the half shell.

7. 7

   Spoon chili sauce equally on each oyster.

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   Top each oyster with the chopped green onions.

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   Place plate of oysters in a steamer.

10. 10

    Cover and let steam for 6 to 8 minutes or until oysters are done to your likeness.

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    Serve immediately.

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    If you buy oysters already shucked, then place them in egg cups that are used for poaching eggs, also use the pan that comes with the egg cup.

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    Firstly, spray each egg cup with olive oil or a good cooking oil.

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    Place one oyster in each cup.

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    Proceed to prepare oysters as noted above.

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    Add about 3 cups of water to the steaming pan and bring to boil.

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    Place the cups into poaching tray and then into the steamer.

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    Cover and let steam for about 8 minutes or until oysters are done to your likeness.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.