Hot Oysters with Dulse and Apple Cider Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 dozen fresh oysters, shucked
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped dulse seaweed
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 cup apple cider
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Heat the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped dulse seaweed and cook for another minute or two, until it begins to soften.
4. Stir in the apple cider vinegar, honey, and apple cider. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it reduce by half, stirring occasionally.
5. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Arrange the shucked oysters in a baking dish and spoon some of the sauce over each oyster.
7. Bake the oysters in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until the edges of the oysters begin to curl.
8. Remove the oysters from the oven and serve hot with additional sauce spooned over each oyster.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the hot oysters with dulse and apple cider sauce as a festive appetizer during the holiday season. Pair it with a chilled white wine or a hard apple cider to complement the flavors in the dish. Enjoy!

Verdict:

The combination of briny oysters and sweet-tart apple cider sauce is truly delicious and perfect for a special occasion. The addition of dulse seaweed adds a unique umami flavor to the dish, making it a standout among other holiday appetizers.