Oysters are undeniably one of the best foods in the world. They are briny and sweet and come in a variety of different flavors to suit any mood or taste preference. Their creamy, gooey texture makes them even more irresistible, especially in this Grilled Oysters with Tequila Butter, Crispy Chili Wild Boar, and Lime Foam recipe. It is a whole new way to do surf and turf!

Grilled Oysters with Tequila Butter, Crispy Chili Wild Boar, and Lime Foam

If you’ve never had grilled oysters before (and if not, why not?), let me tell you how good they are! They’re like eating an oyster on steroids. They have a lovely sweet and salty flavor but are still soft and juicy on the inside. Paired with this delicious tequila butter, your taste buds will definitely thank you!

Eating oysters, for this Grilled Oysters with Tequila Butter, Crispy Chili Wild Boar, and Lime Foam recipe starts with the occasionally daunting task of shucking oysters. Don’t worry! With a good oyster knife and a little practice, you will be a pro in no time at all.

How To Shuck an Oyster for Grilled Oysters with Tequila Butter, Crispy Chili Wild Boar, and Lime Foam

Wash oysters.
Prep your station. Hold the oyster with a glove or cloth.
Insert an oyster knife into the hinge of the shell.
Twist the knife to open the shell.
Run knife along the flat part of the shell
Loosen oyster from the bottom shell.

Still need help? Check out this video where I give a live demo!

Oysters grow naturally in saltwater bays, tidal creeks, and shallow ocean areas. Oyster reefs provide a breeding habitat for several other sea creatures, including shrimp, crabs, and flounder.

While oysters can be found in several coastal areas of the world, my favorite is the local varieties of the Pacific Northwest. These varieties produce more sweet and plump meat as compared to their east coast relatives.

Best West Coast Oysters for Grilling

Fanny Bay // Nanaimo, British Columbia // These Canadian imports have a strong cucumber finish.
Treasure Cove // Case Inlet, Washington // A sweet and salty taste and what I used for this recipe!
Hog Island // Tomales Bay., California // If you have a chance, visit this area just North of San Francisco. The kayaking in Tomales Bay is amazing and at the end, you can enjoy Hog Island oysters that have a sweet, smokey flavor.
Totten Inlet // Hood Canal, Washington // An east coast oyster that is actually grown on the West Coast. As these oysters are used to fighting tides, they are meaty and have plenty of oyster liquor.

There are a few different techniques when it comes to grilling oysters. The simplest is to place the oysters, unshucked directly on the grill, and cook for about 8-12 minutes until the mouth opens. However, now that I have taught you the perfect shucking technique, you will move over to my preferred method. Open the oyster, add a dollop of butter and cook in the shell on the grill.

Now, I know some of you are saying after reading the recipes for Grilled Oysters with Tequila Butter, Crispy Chili Wild Boar, and Lime Foam… “This foam thing seems a little froo-froo.” You are exactly right. It is totally over the top, and that is what this site is all about: elevated dining experiences using wild ingredients in the outdoors. If you don’t want to use foam, don’t! Add a squirt of lime juice or simply serve with lime wedges and let your guests choose their own adventure.

So start grilling your oysters for oyster toast today! Leave a comment if you love or have a way to improve upon this recipe. And don’t forget to take advantage of our delicious recipe for Sake Poached Oysters while you’re at it!

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