Oyster Stew
Easy and quick homemade Oyster Stew features juicy, briny oysters in a rich, buttery milk-based broth. It's the most comforting soup that takes less than 30 minutes to make.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 451kcal
Ingredients
- 12 fresh oyster (or 250grams canned oyster) shucked and reserved oyster liquor
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons scallion finely chopped
- oyster crackers, or croutons for serving
Instructions
- Heat the whole milk in a heavy-bottomed pot (or a saucepan) over medium heat. Stir occasionally and cook until the milk starts to bubble around the edges of the pot, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in oysters and oyster liquor. Stirring constantly and continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the oyster firm up. Season the stew with salt and ground black pepper.
- Turn off the heat and stir in butter. Sprinkle evenly with chopped scallion. Serve immediately with oyster crackers or croutons.
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Notes
Recipe Source: Southern Living
Tips:
- This recipe works for either fresh or canned oysters. If using canned oysters, reserve 1/2 cup of oyster liquor from the can and add to the stew while cooking. The oyster liquor contains the natural juices from the oysters and can enhance the flavor.
- Use low to medium heat when cooking the stew to avoid scalding or curdling the milk. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
- Do not overcook the oysters, as they can become tough and rubbery. Cook just until the edges of the oysters start to curl and firm up.
Nutrition
Serving: 4people | Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.8g | Protein: 7.1g | Fat: 43.9g | Saturated Fat: 27.1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 2803mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 2.7g | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 6mg