Best 4 Grandpas Oyster Stew Recipes
Grandpa's oyster stew is a classic comfort food that has been passed down through generations. This creamy, flavorful stew is made with fresh oysters, milk, butter, and crackers. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night or a special occasion. In this article, we'll share the best recipe for grandpa's oyster stew, along with some tips and tricks for making it just like grandma used to make it.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
GRANDPA'S OYSTER STEW
Born and raised on the water, oystering is in chef Madden Surbaugh's blood. Every year at Christmas his grandfather made his famous oyster stew.
Provided by Madden Surbaugh
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Seafood
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir butter and garlic in stockpot over medium heat until butter begins to brown. Remove garlic and discard.
- Stir shallots into browned butter. Cook and stir until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Pour sherry over shallots in the stockpot and bring to a boil while scraping any browned bits off of the bottom of the pot. Simmer until liquid is reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Pour reserved oyster liquor, milk, and cream into the stockpot; bring mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in oysters; cook until oyster edges begin to ruffle, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir in parsley; season with sea salt to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sweet paprika and oyster crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 805.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.4 g, Cholesterol 294.9 mg, Fat 51.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 28 g, Sodium 1148.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
OYSTER STEW
This rich, creamy stew is best made with freshly shucked oysters.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onion and celery; cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Do not brown. Add milk, cream, salt, cayenne, white pepper, and liquor. Bring just to a boil; cook, barely simmering, 5 minutes. Add oysters; cook just until edges curl, 3 to 4 minutes. Garnish with paprika; hot sauce, if using; and crackers. Serve.
OYSTER STEW
Make and share this Oyster stew recipe from Food.com.
Provided by RichardBrenda Campb
Categories Stew
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook potatoes and celery in water until tender and then drain.
- In a med.
- to large saucepan heat half and half and milk until hot but not boiling.
- Add thyme and white pepper.
- Rinse oysters and add to milk and half and half and heat until oysters are heated but not cooked all the way or they will become chewy.
- Serve with a pat of butter and crackers and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.2, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 173.1, Sodium 291.3, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 24.4
SHIN BEEF AND RABBIT STEW
This is a family recipe that we always eat on Christmas Eve. My Grandpa used to eat it for breakfast on Christmas morning and the remains (which jellify if it is made properly) served at tea time.
Provided by chimera448
Categories Stew
Time 3h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put all the ingredients except the flour or thickening granules in a large casserole dish or crockpot, stirring to mix in the gravy browning.
- Cook in the oven for 1 hour at 200 degrees Centigrade or on high in the crockpot and then for a further 2 hours at 150 degrees Centigrade or a further 12 hours in the crockpot on low.
- Remove the pigs foot and cow heel (low quality shin beef can be left in) and thicken either with instant granules or flour.
- If you use flour allow it to cook out for about 15 minutes.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and green vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.4, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 91.7, Sodium 175.2, Carbohydrate 19.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 6, Protein 36.4
Tips:
- Use fresh oysters. Fresh oysters are essential for making the best oyster stew. Look for oysters that are plump and have a briny smell. Avoid oysters that are slimy or have a strong odor.
- Clean the oysters properly. Before cooking the oysters, it is important to clean them properly. Use a stiff brush to scrub the shells of the oysters and remove any dirt or debris. Then, shuck the oysters and remove the meat from the shells. Be careful not to damage the oyster meat.
- Use a flavorful broth. The broth is an important part of oyster stew. Use a flavorful broth that will complement the taste of the oysters. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or fish broth. You can also add other ingredients to the broth, such as white wine, garlic, or shallots.
- Don't overcook the oysters. Oysters are delicate and can easily be overcooked. Cook the oysters just until they are opaque and tender. Overcooking the oysters will make them tough and rubbery.
- Serve the oyster stew immediately. Oyster stew is best served immediately after it is made. The stew will thicken as it sits, so if you need to make it ahead of time, be sure to reheat it gently before serving.
Conclusion:
Oyster stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With fresh oysters, a flavorful broth, and a few simple seasonings, you can create a delicious and satisfying oyster stew that your family and friends will love.
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