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How to Make Oyster Stew

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Oyster stew is a creamy seafood dish. This stew recipe is prepared and cooked in less than 1 hour. Oysters are high in vitamin E and Zinc and are known to be an aphrodisiac. Create a romantic dinner with oyster stew. Read on to learn more.

From Quick Guide: Shellfish 101
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 pint oysters
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 3 tbsp. vegetable shorting
  • Sauce pan
  • 1 quart milk
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • Large soup bowl
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. parsley
  1. Step 1

    Remove the oysters from their shells. Check each oyster for small shell pieces.

  2. Step 2

    Chop the onion and celery into small cubes.

  3. Step 3

    Melt vegetable shortening in a sauce pan over high heat.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce the heat to medium. Add the oysters and their juices to the melted shortening. Stir the contents while adding the onion and celery.

  5. Step 5

    Cook until the edges of the oysters began to curl up. This usually takes about 3 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Add the milk, salt and cream of mushroom soup to the oysters. Stir occasionally while continuing to cook over medium heat.

  7. Step 7

    Bring the stew to a boil.

  8. Step 8

    Remove from heat and pour into soup bowls.

  9. Step 9

    Sprinkle parsley and paprika on the top.

Tips & Warnings
  • This recipe yields 4 servings.
  • Oyster stew is traditionally served with oyster crackers. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on the top of the stew for a different flavor. Try serving the stew with a tossed salad, corn biscuits, strawberries or shortbread.
  • This stew can be refrigerated for up to 5 days and reheated in the microwave.
  • Watch the oysters carefully to avoid overcooking them.

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