Oyster Stew in Three Minutes
Indulge in the creamy richness of *Oyster Stew in Three Minutes*, a luxurious yet lightning-fast seafood dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Crafted with tender, fresh shucked oysters simmered gently in a velvety blend of whole milk and heavy cream, this recipe delivers a comforting, briny depth of flavor that's both simple and sophisticated. Melted unsalted butter enhances the dish's creamy base, while a touch of salt, black pepper, and optional paprika provide subtle seasoning. With just one minute of preparation and a mere three minutes of cooking time, this oyster stew is quick enough for any schedule yet indulgent enough to impress. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and crunchy oyster crackers for an irresistible seafood experience in every spoonful. Ideal for seafood lovers searching for "quick oyster stew recipes" or "easy gourmet appetizers," this dish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh shucked oysters (with their liquor)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
- 1 cup oyster crackers (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the fresh shucked oysters along with their liquor to the saucepan. Cook for 1 minute, stirring gently, until the edges of the oysters start to curl slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the whole milk and heavy cream. Stir to combine and heat gently for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let the mixture boil.
Season with salt and ground black pepper, stirring to mix the flavors.
Remove the stew from the heat and ladle it into serving bowls.
Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color.
Serve immediately with oyster crackers on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.0 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 841 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 4490 mg | 195% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.0 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 117.0 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 101.4 mcg | 507% | |
| Calcium | 1331 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 77.4 mg | 430% | |
| Potassium | 3568 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
