Oysters with Bacon and Bourbon Glaze

by Jon Henry
Experience the perfect marriage of land and sea with our Oysters featuring a savory bacon and bourbon glaze. Virginia oysters take center stage, complemented by the smoky allure of crisp bacon and a decadent bourbon-infused glaze. The sweet and tangy notes from brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce add a delightful complexity to each bite. Elevate your dining experience with this fusion of Southern flavors and oceanic delights.

Oysters with Bacon and Bourbon Glaze served atop a platter shaped like the state of virginia and featuring a red cardinal on the table along with dogwood flowers

  • Ingredients:

    • Virginia oysters
    • Bacon slices
    • Bourbon
    • Brown sugar
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • Hot sauce
    • Salt and pepper

Oysters with Bacon and Bourbon Glaze served atop a platter shaped like the state of virginia and featuring a red cardinal on the table along with dogwood flowers

  • Instructions:

    1. Shuck the Virginia oysters and set them aside.
    2. Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
    3. In a saucepan, combine bourbon, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Simmer until it forms a glaze.
    4. Place an oyster on each shell and spoon the bourbon glaze over them.
    5. Top with crumbled bacon and broil for a few minutes until the bacon is crisp and the oysters are heated through.

Oysters with Bacon and Bourbon Glaze served atop a platter shaped like the state of virginia and featuring a red cardinal on the table along with dogwood flowers

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