"Sweet oysters baked in a delicious spicy herb butter with a crispy lemon garlic Parmesan breadcrumb topping..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 dozen fresh oysters, in the shell
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2 cups rock salt or uncooked rice, for lining the pan
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1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter, softened, divided
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2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
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1½ teaspoons lemon zest, divided
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1 pinch of Sweet paprika
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1 pinch of cayenne pepper
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¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
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½-1 teaspoon hot sauce according to taste, plus more for serving
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¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese ( I used Irresistibles brand)
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Fresh chopped parsley for serving
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Lemon wedges or slices for serving