Nigerian Spicy Oysters

== Description ==
In the mangroves of West Africa, oysters are abundant and are the basis for a number of recipes from this region. Serves: 6 - entree. Heat scale: 2 out of a possible 10 (hottest). 
== Ingredients ==
* 6 dozen oysters
* ⅓ cup lemon juice
* ½ tsp cayenne pepper
* 1 tsp powdered ginger
* 5 ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded
* ¼ cup peanut oil
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped
* salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
== Directions ==
# Shuck the oysters (or buy already shucked) and place them in a deep dish. 
# Cover them with the lemon juice and powder lightly with the ginger and cayenne. 
# Place the tomatoes in a blender and puree them into a paste. 
# Heat the oil, add the tomato paste and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until it has the consistency of catsup. 
# Add the onion, salt and pepper. 
# Place the oysters in the sauce and simmer over a low heat for 5 to 10 minutes. 
# Serve immediately.
Category:Nigerian Appetizers
Category:Oyster Recipes
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