A perfect appetizer for any holiday get together!
I first encountered this dish when I moved to Long Island in the late 1980s.
I can tell you that even now it remains an awesomely tasty dish.
Elise Bauer
I later switched to lime juice, because I like it even better.
Ive used pre-shucked oysters for this many times, too, so just look for the small ones.
Where Do Angels on Horseback Get Their Name?
Elise Bauer
These bacon wrapped oysters originated in Victorian England.
Initially, hosts served them after dinner, but in modern times, we serve them as appetizers.
Their name most likely comes from the curled-up bacon edges that look like angels' wings.
When stuffed prunes or dates replace the oysters, the name changes to devils on horseback.
Set the bacon aside to cool.
Get a grill or broiler good and hot while you wrap the oysters.
Overlap the edges of the bacon by about an inch if you’ve got the option to.
You will need to turn them once or twice to get a good crispiness on all sides.
As soon as they come off the heat, squirt with the lemon or lime juice and serve hot.
