Tequila-Oyster Shooters

Kosher salt, for coating the glass rims1 dozen oysters, freshly shucked, with their liquor1 cup chilled fresh lime juice2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper 1 tablespoon minced shallots1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley leaves1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives12 ounces tequilaIce

Moisten the rims of 12 shot glasses with water, then dip each glass in kosher salt to coat the rims. Put an oyster into each shot glass.  In a medium bowl, combine the lime juice, red bell pepper, shallots, cilantro, parsley, and chives. Pour 1 tablespoon of the lime juice mixture into each of the 12 shot glasses over the oysters.  Pour the tequila into a cocktail shaker with ice cubes and shake to chill the tequila. Add about 2 tablespoons of tequila to each of the shot glasses. Serve immediately.