Cold water makes good oysters, and in winter, they're at their plump, luscious best. West Coast varieties, such as Kumamotos and Olympias, have a creamy sweetness we can't resist.

How to Make It

Step 1
1

In a small bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, shallots, and sugar.

Step 2
2

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve as a topping for oysters.

Ingredients

 1/4 cup champagne vinegar
 1/4 cup lemon juice
 2 tablespoons freshly grated horseradish
 2 tablespoons minced shallots
 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  Oysters on the half shell

Directions

Step 1
1

In a small bowl, whisk together champagne vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, shallots, and sugar.

Step 2
2

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve as a topping for oysters.

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