Chilli-Lime Chargrilled Oysters
🌶 Perfect Pairing: House of Henkel Gretchen Sauvignon Blanc
Ingredients:
- 12 fresh oysters, shucked (on the half shell)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 small red chili (or ½ tsp chili flakes), minced
- Zest & juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Pinch of sea salt
- Lime wedges, for serving
Method:
- Mix butter, chili, lime zest & juice, honey, cilantro, and salt.
- Heat grill or broiler to medium-high.
- Spoon butter onto oysters.
- Grill 3–4 mins until butter bubbles.
- Serve with lime wedges and extra chili for heat lovers.
Tasting Tip: The chili’s heat makes the wine’s citrus pop, while honey smooths the acidity.