Smoked Oyster Rice Stuffing
Elevate your holiday table with the bold, briny flavors of Smoked Oyster Rice Stuffing, a sophisticated twist on traditional stuffing recipes. This delightful dish combines the smoky richness of chopped oysters with perfectly cooked long-grain white rice, fragrant herbs like parsley and thyme, and aromatic vegetables sautéed in buttery goodness. A splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish, while optional slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this gluten-free stuffing takes center stage as a side dish or a flavorful filling for your favorite poultry. Perfect for seafood lovers and anyone looking to try something uniquely delicious, this recipe is guaranteed to impress at gatherings and special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (3 ounces) smoked oysters, drained and chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional)
Instructions
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and celery and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it with the butter and vegetables. Toast the rice lightly for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork. Add the chopped smoked oysters, parsley, thyme, salt, and black pepper, stirring gently to mix everything evenly.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the stuffing for a bright, fresh finish. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.
If desired, fold in toasted slivered almonds for added texture and crunch.
Serve warm as a side dish or stuffing for poultry.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.6 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 209 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 5562 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2219 mg | 47% | |
*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.
