Grilled Oysters With Bacon Parmesan Butter

If you’ve never tried oysters hot off the grill, you’re missing out. These Char-Grilled Oysters with Bacon-Parmesan Butter are smoky, savory, and dripping with flavor — the kind of appetizer that turns a simple backyard hangout into a full-on feast. 🦪🔥

Recipe By: SmokePointQ

Ingredients

For the Oysters:

• 12 fresh oysters on the half shell
• Olive oil (for brushing grill grates)

For the Bacon-Parmesan Butter:

• ½ cup softened butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3 strips crispy bacon, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon W Sauce (or Worcestershire)
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

To Finish:

• Extra parmesan and parsley
• Fresh lemon wedges
• Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the Grill
   Brush your grill grates with olive oil and preheat to 450°F. You want it hot enough to get that signature char and smoky flavor.

2. Mix the Butter
   In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parmesan, bacon, parsley, lemon juice, W Sauce, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything’s evenly mixed into a rich, savory compound butter.

3. Prep the Oysters
   Arrange the oysters on a tray or grilling pan to keep them steady. Spoon a generous dollop of the butter mixture onto each oyster.

4. Grill to Perfection
   Place oysters directly on the grill and cook for 5–7 minutes, just until the butter is bubbling and the oyster edges begin to curl.

5. Finish and Serve
   Sprinkle a bit more parmesan and parsley over the top, then finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

6. Enjoy
   Serve immediately with crusty bread — because that smoky, bacon-laced butter deserves to be soaked up to the last drop.