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Oysters Bienville

Oysters Bienville Recipe


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  • Author: Katie Aldridge
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Get ready to experience a true New Orleans classic! This Oysters Bienville recipe features fresh oysters topped with a rich, creamy sauce loaded with shrimp, mushrooms, and Parmesan, then baked to golden perfection. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just treating yourself, this dish is sure to impress.


Ingredients

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  • 12 fresh oysters, on the half shell
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup shrimp, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup dry white wine (optional, but highly recommended!)
  • 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
  • ½ tsp garlic, minced
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs (for that perfect golden crust)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with a layer of rock salt or crumpled foil to keep the oysters steady.
  2. Shuck the oysters carefully, keeping them on the half shell and retaining as much of their natural juices as possible. Set aside.
  3. Make the Bienville sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and shrimp, sautéing until the shrimp turn pink.
  4. Add the flour and stir continuously for about a minute to create a roux. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and wine, whisking until smooth.
  5. Temper the egg yolk: Take a spoonful of the hot sauce and whisk it into the egg yolk, then stir the mixture back into the skillet.
  6. Season with garlic, green onions, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the Bienville sauce onto each oyster. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs for that crispy finish.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the topping is golden brown and bubbling.
  9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for an extra burst of brightness.

Notes

  • Want to add extra seafood? Try mixing in lump crab meat for a twist.
  • For an even crispier topping, broil the oysters for the last 2 minutes of baking.
  • Making this ahead of time? You can prepare the sauce a day in advance and store it in the fridge. When ready to serve, simply assemble and bake.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Baking
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