The Oyster Stew That SHOCKED My Taste Buds

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into small pieces)
• 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour (for the roux)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (finely diced)
• 2 stalks Celery Stalk (thinly sliced)
• 1 whole Jalapeño Pepper (seeded and minced)
• 2 cloves Garlic Clove (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade)
• 2 cups Whole Milk (prefer 2% for creaminess)
• ½ cup Oyster Liquor (liquor from canned oysters, reserve)
• 12 ounces Canned Oysters (drained, keep a few whole for garnish)
• ½ teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green Onion (thinly sliced, green parts only)
• 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce (adjust for heat preference)

Instructions

1. Prep the Vegetables

   Dice the onion, slice the celery, mince the jalapeño (remove seeds), mince the garlic, chop the parsley, and slice the green onion. Set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make the Roux

   Heat the large saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and melt completely. Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter, whisk constantly for 1‑2 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden color and smells nutty.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

3. Sauté the Aromatics

   Add the diced onion, sliced celery, minced jalapeño, and minced garlic to the roux. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 4‑5 minutes until the vegetables soften and the onion becomes translucent.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Add Seasonings and Liquids

   Stir in the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, parsley, green onion, hot sauce, milk, oyster liquor, and the drained oyster liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, for 6‑8 minutes until the stew thickens slightly.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Add the Oysters

   Gently fold in the oysters (including a few whole ones for garnish). Cook for another 2‑3 minutes just until the oysters are heated through; do not boil.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium

6. Finish and Serve

   Remove the saucepan from heat. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with extra chopped parsley or green onion if desired, and serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

12g

Carbohydrates

12g

Fat

12g

Fiber

1g