There are many ways that people open oysters to get to the good stuff inside. The best way to shuck is in a way that keeps the meat intact and presents the oyster perfectly, ready to slurp straight from the shell.​
Shucking can be dangerous, and as speed and numbers increase, so does the risk — hence the chain-mail gloves made just for this task. All you need is a clean, dry kitchen towel, a good oyster knife, and a modicum of good sense.​
POP • POKE • SLIDE • WIGGLE • SLURP!​
1. First, find a thick pair of gloves, and a durable oyster knife, with the farmed oysters the shells are a little thinner, so a pointed tip oyster knife would make the process a little easier
2. Position the oyster in your non dominant hand with the cup side down and the pointed side facing you. Insert the oyster knife into the hinge and twist the knife until the hinge pops.
3. Drag the knife along the middle of the oyster to pry the shell open.
4. Once you have opened the oyster, slide the knife under the meat to cut it from the shell.
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Plate oyster on ice and enjoy.​