Cocoanut Grove’s Oysters St. James

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Cocoanut Grove’s Oysters St. James
20 min.
3
395kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Cocoanut Grove’s Oysters St. James, a dish that perfectly marries the briny freshness of California oysters with a rich, flavorful compound butter. This gluten-free appetizer is not only a feast for the senses but also a quick and easy option for entertaining guests or enjoying a special night in. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ideal starter for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a gourmet snack.

The combination of minced chives, garlic, green bell pepper, and shallots creates a vibrant and aromatic butter that elevates the oysters to new heights. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a dash of paprika, these oysters are baked to perfection, resulting in a golden-brown crust that is both crispy and savory. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, making it hard to resist going back for more.

With only 395 calories per serving, this dish allows you to indulge without the guilt. Perfect for antipasti platters or as a sophisticated starter, Cocoanut Grove’s Oysters St. James is sure to impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to savor the taste of the sea in the comfort of your own home!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chives minced
  • clove garlic cloves minced peeled
  • tablespoon bell pepper green minced
  • 18  california oysters 
  • dash paprika 
  • servings parmesan cheese grated
  • pinch parsley italian minced
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • dash all the tabasco sauce you handle 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted room temperature

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Compound Butter
  2. Mix all the ingredients (except the oysters and Parmesan) together very well. Make sure the butter is softened.Oysters
  3. Open the oysters on the half shell. Set them in a baking dish, covering each completely with the compound butter.
  4. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  5. Bake until browned and serve hot. About 12 minutes at 350 degrees F.

Nutrition Facts

Calories395kcal
Protein11.74%
Fat85.93%
Carbs2.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63
Glycemic Load
0.51
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.496521713941%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.72mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:394.59kcal
19.73%
Fat:38.2g
58.77%
Saturated Fat:24.15g
150.91%
Carbohydrates:2.33g
0.78%
Net Carbohydrates:2.11g
0.77%
Sugar:0.69g
0.76%
Cholesterol:104.03mg
34.68%
Sodium:493.63mg
21.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.74g
23.49%
Calcium:373.93mg
37.39%
Zinc:4.2mg
28%
Vitamin A:1270.73IU
25.41%
Phosphorus:230.34mg
23.03%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.31%
Copper:0.27mg
13.3%
Selenium:8.97µg
12.82%
Vitamin K:11.1µg
10.58%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.32%
Vitamin E:1.03mg
6.88%
Vitamin C:4.12mg
4.99%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.73%
Magnesium:17.37mg
4.34%
Iron:0.75mg
4.18%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.37%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.22%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.2%
Potassium:75.85mg
2.17%
Folate:6.86µg
1.71%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.47%
Vitamin B3:0.22mg
1.09%
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