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
 * 1/3 c. lemon juice
 * 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
 * 1 tsp. powdered ginger
 * 5 ripe tomatoes, peeled & seeded
 * 1/4 c. peanut oil
 * 1 med. onion, finely chopped
 * Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions

 * 1) Shuck the oysters (or buy already shucked) and place them in a deep dish.
 * 2) Cover them with the lemon juice and powder lightly with the ginger and cayenne.
 * 3) Place the tomatoes in a blender and puree them into a paste.
 * 4) Heat the oil, add the tomato paste and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until it has the consistency of catsup.
 * 5) Add the onion, salt and pepper.
 * 6) Place the oysters in the sauce and simmer over a low heat for 5 to 10 minutes.
 * 7) Serve immediately.