Mario's Oyster Mignonette

Red Wine Mignonette

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

1/2 tsp.

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

Mignonette is a classic sauce for oysters that combines vinegar, shallots, and peppercorns.

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step 1

ingredients 2 teaspoons Black Peppercorns

instructions Grind the peppercorns in a spice grinder. Sift out the larger pieces.
step 2

ingredients 1/2 cup finely minced Shallots
1 cup Red Wine Vinegar
2 tablespoons Red Wine
Salt to taste

instructions Combine all the ingredients and let marinate for at least an hour, preferably over night. (Look for oysters that are heavy and unopened. Place the oyster in a towel, with the curved side on the bottom and the flat slide on top. Stick a knife in the crevice to open, and then scrape the top to release the oyster. Top with Mignonette Sauce.)
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