Mignonette Sauce for Oysters

Mignonette Sauce for Oysters

13 | Posted by Elise on Feb 11, 2012

Do you like raw oysters? My brother Matt lives in Point Reyes and has access to wonderful oysters from Tomales Bay. Lately he's been bringing a few dozen with him when he comes to visit. The oyster eaters among us gather and have quite the feast when he arrives. My favorite accompaniment to fresh, raw oysters is this mignonette—a piquant sauce made with vinegar and shallots that you sprinkle on top of the oyster, much like a squeeze of lemon juice. It's a lovely balance to the briny, somewhat creamy oysters.

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