Oysters with Horseradish Cream
Elevate your seafood spread with these exquisite Oysters with Horseradish Cream, a simple yet luxurious dish that balances briny, ocean-fresh oysters with the tangy kick of creamy horseradish. Perfect for entertaining or indulging in a gourmet treat at home, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Freshly shucked oysters are elegantly presented on a bed of crushed ice, topped with a silky blend of horseradish, heavy cream, and zesty lemon juice, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a burst of color and flavor. A touch of salt and cracked black pepper enhance the natural sweetness of the oysters, while lemon wedges on the side provide a bright, citrusy finish. Serve as an impressive appetizer or a sophisticated addition to your seafood tower. Perfectly suited for oyster lovers, this recipe promises a refreshing, bold bite in every shell.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh oysters
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 1.5 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 4 pieces lemon wedges
Instructions
Thoroughly wash and chill the oysters on a bed of crushed ice to keep them fresh.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the prepared horseradish, heavy cream, and lemon juice until smooth and slightly thickened.
Finely chop the fresh chives, reserving a pinch for garnish, and stir the rest into the horseradish cream.
Season the horseradish mixture with salt and cracked black pepper, and adjust the flavor to taste if needed.
Carefully shuck the oysters using an oyster knife, keeping the juices intact. Arrange the oysters on the crushed ice for presentation.
Spoon a small dollop of the horseradish cream onto each oyster.
Garnish each oyster with a sprinkle of the reserved chopped chives.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra pop of brightness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 832 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 56 mg | 1% | |
*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.
