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Marinated Oysters With Avocado & Toasted Seaweed

To eat, scoop one oyster with avocado goodness and wrap in a piece of seaweed. Photo / Babiche Martens
To eat, scoop one oyster with avocado goodness and wrap in a piece of seaweed. Photo / Babiche Martens

Champagne and oysters are the quintessential Valentine’s Day indulgence. Impress your other half with this tasty light marinade, and serve your oysters with creamy avocado. Toasted seaweed adds a contrasting texture and a little crunch.

MARINATED OYSTERS WITH AVOCADO & TOASTED SEAWEED RECIPE

Serves 2

1 Tbsp soy sauce

1 Tbsp mirin

1 Tbsp lemon juice

1 dozen pacific oysters, drained

1 avocado, stone removed

2 Tbsp lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

2 sheets seaweed

1 tsp lemon zest

1 Tbsp toasted pine nuts

Few dill leaves to garnish