How to Steam Oysters at Home

- Fresh oysters

- Water

- Salt

- Optional: Old Bay seasoning, lemon wedges, melted butter

Step 2: Prepare Your Oysters

- Rinse the oysters under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.

- Discard any oysters that are open or damaged.

Step 3: Set Up Your Steamer

- Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water.

- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

- Add a generous pinch of salt to the water.

- Place a steamer basket in the pot. Make sure that the basket does not touch the water.

- Pour a tablespoon of old Bay seasoning to the water.

Step 4: Steam the Oysters

- Place the oysters in the steamer basket.

- Cover the pot and steam the oysters for 5 to 7 minutes, until they open.

- Be careful not to overcook the oysters, as they can become tough.

Step 5: Serve the Oysters

- Use tongs to remove the oysters from the steamer basket.

- Serve the oysters immediately with lemon wedges and melted butter.

- Enjoy!

Tips:

- To make sure that the oysters are cooked evenly, place them in the steamer basket in a single layer.

- If you don't have a steamer basket, you can also steam the oysters in a colander that has been lined with cheesecloth.

- Steamed oysters are a delicious and easy appetizer that can be enjoyed at home or at a party.

- Serve the oysters with your favorite dipping sauces, such as cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or mignonette sauce.