Description
A classic steamed oysters recipe that brings out their natural briny sweetness will create an unmatched seafood experience. This recipe works perfectly for casual dinners and special occasions.
The recipe delivers tender, juicy steamed oysters that you can customize with different sauces while the oysters’ natural taste shines through. You’ll need about 20 minutes takes about 20 minutes to complete this dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–24 fresh oysters in their shells
- 1/2 cup water for steaming
- Optional sauce ingredients:
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
Instructions
- Clean the oysters: Scrub shells under cold running water until clean.
- Prepare your steamer: Add water to a steaming rack in a large pot. The water should stay below the rack.
- Arrange oysters: Set oysters cup-side down in a single layer on the rack. This keeps their natural juices intact.
- Steam the oysters: Cover the pot after water boils. Steam 4-6 minutes until the oyster edges start to curl.
- Check for doneness: The shells should open slightly. Take them out right away to prevent overcooking.
- Serve: Use tongs to place oysters on a serving platter. Add your favorite sauce and garnishes if desired.
Notes
– Throw away oysters that stay closed after steaming.
– Keep steaming time under 10 minutes to avoid tough, rubbery oysters.
– Fresh oysters last up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
– White wine or beer can add extra flavor to your steaming liquid.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Steaming