Plump garlic steamed oysters with savory garlic and glass noodle topping are a fresh seafood treat. A high protein, family appetizer with clean flavors.
Soak glass noodles in hot water for 10 minutes until softened, then drain thoroughly.
Scrub and clean live oysters under cold running water, then carefully shuck and detach from the shell bottom, leaving oysters in their half shells.
Mince garlic cloves finely; slice scallions thinly and set aside for garnish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sesame oil and minced garlic, cooking until aromatic but not browned (about 90 seconds). Add soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper, then remove from heat.
Place a small bed of soaked glass noodles on each half shell, top with an oyster, then spoon about 1 teaspoon of garlic sauce mixture over each.
Arrange prepared oysters in a single layer on a steaming rack. Steam over high heat for 5–6 minutes, just until oysters are plump but not shriveled.
Remove from steamer promptly. Garnish each oyster with sliced scallions and serve immediately while hot.