Wood-Grilled Oysters In Chipotle Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Wood-Grilled Oysters In Chipotle Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, very finely chopped; 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from the can; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 36 oysters, shucked, on the half shell; 1 cup hickory or mesquite chips soaked in water for 1 hour for a charcoal grill, or 1/2 cup dry wood chips in a smoker box or an aluminum foil packet poked with holes for a gas grill

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, very finely chopped
2 tablespoons adobo sauce from the can
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
36 oysters, shucked, on the half shell
1 cup hickory or mesquite chips soaked in water for 1 hour for a charcoal grill, or 1/2 cup dry wood chips in a smoker box or an aluminum foil packet poked with holes for a gas grill

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1. Prepare a hot fire in a grill.
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2. To make the vinaigrette, whisk all the ingredients in a small bowl until well blended. Set aside. (Vinaigrette can be made up to 4 days ahead of time and stored, covered, in the refrigerator.)
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3. Arrange the oysters in their half shells on a large baking sheet. Spoon about 1 teaspoon vinaigrette over each oyster and bring out to the grill. Add the wood chips to the coals or place the smoker box or packet close to a gas jet on a gas grill. When you see the first wisp of smoke, quickly arrange the oysters on the grill grate. Close the lid and grill for 3 to 5 minutes or until the edges of the oysters have begun to curl.
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4. Arrange the oysters on plates or a platter and serve, passing extra vinaigrette at the table.

889

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, very finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Wood-Grilled Oysters In Chipotle Vinaigrette 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.

Wood-Grilled Oysters In Chipotle Vinaigrette

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