Ingredients
- 36 NZ Pacific oysters, half shell
- 200g fresh watermelon, 10mm thick slices & skin removed
- Chilli lime dressing
- 80ml lime juice
- 2 small red chillis, seeds removed and finely diced
- 0.5 clove fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
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Method
- Place all ingredients except the watermelon and oysters in a large bowl.
- Whisk to combine then store in an airtight container.
- Pat dry the watermelon with a paper towel. Pre-heat the BBQ hot plate or heavy based fry pan.
- Lightly brush the watermelon with a small amount of oil and grill on the BBQ till slightly charred.
- Remove the watermelon from the heat and allow to cool.
- Cut the watermelon into medium dices.
- Place a small amount on each oyster and then dress with the lime chilli dressing.
Species used in this recipe
Bluff (dredge) oysters Mãori Name: Tio
Bluff oysters, also known as dredge oysters, belong to the Ostreidae family (oysters). There is a similar species in Chile.
Pacific oysters
The Pacific oyster belongs to the Ostreidae family (oysters).