Oysters Mexicana

Directions

1. 1
   Place the oysters on top of cracked ice to keep chilled.
2. 2
   Wrap a tea towel around one hand.
3. 3
   Hold each oyster, flat side up and insert the blade of an oyster knife, or a short, rigid knife into the hinge of the oyster shell.
4. 4
   Push and twist the knife to prise open the shell.
5. 5
   Discard the top shell.
6. 6
   Slide the knife under the oyster to detach it from the lower shell, taking care not to lose any juice.
7. 7
   Embed each oyster in ice until ready to serve.
8. 8
   Mix together the tomatoes, chili, scallions and cilantro.
9. 9
   Spread cracked ice on four serving plates and arrange the oysters on top.
10. 10
    Spoon a little of the tomato mixture over each oyster then sprinkle with a little lime juice.
11. 11
    Serve 6 per person.