Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Oyster Stew with Fresh Oysters. This comforting seafood dish is perfect for a cozy night in or as a special holiday treat.
Ingredients
Fresh Oysters:
1 pint
Unsalted Butter:
4 tablespoons
Onion:
1 small, finely chopped
Garlic:
2 cloves, minced
Whole Milk:
2 cups
Heavy Cream:
1 cup
Celery Salt:
¼ teaspoon
Pepper:
¼ teaspoon white or black
Cayenne Pepper:
pinch (optional)
Parsley:
1 tablespoon, chopped
Salt:
to taste
Oyster Crackers or Crusty Bread:
for serving
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Cook Aromatics: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Add Milk and Cream: Pour in the milk and cream, bring to a gentle simmer. Add oyster liquor and season with spices.
- Cook Oysters: Add oysters and cook until edges curl. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve hot with crackers or bread.
Notes
- Fresh oysters are best for flavor.
- For a thinner stew, use more milk; for a richer version, increase cream.
- Best served immediately for tender oysters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
