Savory Smoked Oysters

Ingredients

Fresh parsley

a handful, finely chopped

Lemon wedges

1 lemon, cut into wedges

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Smoked paprika

1 teaspoon

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Fresh oysters

12 oysters, cleaned and shucked

Instructions

1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Ensure it is clean and ready for smoking.
2. Prepare the oysters by shucking them carefully. Place the shucked oysters on a baking sheet.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. This will serve as your smokey marinade.
4. Using a basting brush, gently apply the seasoned olive oil mixture onto the oysters, ensuring they are well-coated.
5. Place the oysters directly on the smoker grate. Close the lid and smoke for 15-20 minutes, or until the oysters are cooked through and have absorbed the smoky flavor.
6. Once done, carefully remove the oysters from the smoker using a heat-resistant spatula or tongs.
7. Serve the smoked oysters with lemon wedges for squeezing and a sprinkle of fresh, chopped parsley for garnish. Enjoy them as they are or as a flavorful addition to pasta, salads, or seafood stews.