Oyster Stew Recipe

A delicious white bowl filled with oyster stew and a spoon digging in

5 from 6 votes

Creamy, smooth Oyster Stew! If you love oysters but haven't tried them in a stew this recipe is for you! All that briny goodness in a silky broth!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 387kcal

Author: Jocelyn Delk Adams

Equipment

1 3 Quart Sized Saucepan

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup yellow onion diced fine
1 rib celery diced fine
1 clove garlic crushed
¼ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 cups half and half
8 ounces fresh raw oysters packed in their brine
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon finely minced chives

Instructions

Melt butter in large sized saucepan or pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add in celery salt, black pepper, and cayenne and cook for 30 seconds.
Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly stream in half and half, about ¼ cup at a time, stirring vigorously to ensure a smooth paste. Once all the half and half has been added, bring to a gentle simmer and continue cooking for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let come to a boil, as milk will curdle.
Add in oysters and their brine and cook until the thin edges of the oysters start to ruffle, about 5-6 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and taste for seasoning. Finish with chives and serve immediately with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

Notes

How To Store & Reheat

Just let your leftovers cool down to room temperature, then pour it into an airtight container. Slip it into the fridge.

Just reheat it gently over a low to medium heat. Stir it occasionally to keep the cream from separating and to ensure it heats evenly.

How Long Will Oyster Stew Last In The Fridge?

About 2-3 days.

Can I Freeze Homemade Oyster Stew?

While freezing creamy stews can be a bit tricky due to the milk base, you can freeze this stew if needed. Just be sure to use a freezer-safe airtight container. It should stay fresh for up to 2 months in the freezer. Just remember, when you thaw and reheat it, the texture might change a bit.

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