Moorish Oysters

This recipe is from the owner and chef from Hassan M'Souli "Out of Africa Restaurant" Sydney Australia. In December 2008, Hassan received a plaque from the Moroccan consular General, in recognition of his contribution to the promotion of Moroccan Cuisine and culture to Australia and earlier this year he was honoured with a letter from the King of Morocco.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  dozen  pacific  oysters, on the half shell
• 1  bird's eye  chili, fresh
• 2  tablespoons  coriander, finely chopped
• 1 1⁄2 limes, juice of
• 1 1⁄2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2  tablespoons red caviar
•  lime wedge, to serve

Directions

1. Cut the chilli in half and discard the seeds, chop the chilli flesh and combine in a small bowl with the coriander. Add the lime juice, garlic, salt and olive oil and mix well together. Spoon onto each of the oysters with a little caviar.
2. Serve with the lime wedges.