An Oyster Life (Blog) — Recipes

If you’re looking for the ideal summery topping for your White Stone Oysters, look no further. This delicious vinaigrette pulls together some classic summer flavors to bring a bright and crisp garnish to your oysters. What You Need 4 dozen White Stone Oysters, shucked on the half shell Lemon wedges Microparsley 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard ¼ cup chardonnay vinegar ½ cup verjuice 1 Lebanese cucumber 1 baby fennel bulb 1tbsp. Chopped chervil 1bsp. Flat-leaf parsley chopped 1 tbsp. Chopped dill What to Do Start by shucking your White Stone Oysters. Need help? Check out our Oyster Shucking 101 video. Add...

A creative spin on the classic clams casino dish, this flavorful take uses oysters and jalapenos to create a bright and flavorful appetizer. Clams casino was originally enjoyed in Rhode Island, created in 1917 at the Little Casino. It was developed by maître d'hôtel Mrs. Paran Stevens as a special treat for honored guests, today variations are enjoyed all over. What You Need: 24 White Stone Oysters 8-12 slices of bacon ⅓ cup chopped jalapeno ½ cup butter, divided 4 tbsp. Chopped parsley 2 tbsp. Chopped chives Rock salt Fresh lemon juice What to Do: Cook bacon over low heat...

We’ve talked about the power of po’boys before– and even worked with Chef Tim Bereika to create a delicious po’boy slider using our Wandering Waders Premium Jarred Oysters. But, when we saw this recipe from My Recipes, we couldn’t resist sharing it with you. What You Need: 1 large egg, lightly beaten  ⅓ to 1/2 cup buttermilk or milk 1 ½ cups finely ground cornmeal ½ cup all-purpose flour  1 tablespoon Cajun, Creole, or seafood seasoning ¾ pound raw small peeled and deveined shrimp 1 jar Wandering Waders Premium Jarred Oysters Vegetable oil 1 ½ baguette, cut into 6-inch lengths Tartar Sauce...

Smoky, bacon-flavored goodness is at the center of this traditional Australian preparation of oysters. If you’re thinking about the perfect appetizer to serve with your oyster feast, look no further than oysters Kilpatrick. Our meaty, topwater oysters are perfect for this quick and easy recipe.  Serving a large group? Visit our blog for tips on how many oysters to order. Don’t forget to check out our FAQ page for storage and shucking tips. Scale this recipe up or down based on how many people you’re serving and how much they love oysters. Ingredients 18 White Stone Oysters Bacon- chopped 1...

Gumbo is good. Gumbo with duck–even better. The Chesapeake Bay is not only home to premium oyster waters, but it also hosts some of the east coast’s best waterfowling. Whether you’re using ducks you harvested yourself or store-bought, this delicious gumbo recipe from Louisiana chef John Besh will fill your belly and warm your soul. Ingredients 2 wild ducks (2 1/2 to 3 lbs. each), quartered Salt and pepper 2 tbsp. herbes de Provence 1 cup rendered duck fat or lard (or vegetable oil) 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 onions, diced 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 lb. andouille sausage, diced...

As you’re preparing for your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, your mind is probably focused on corned beef, cabbage, soda bread and the like. While those are all fantastic options for your menu, you can also bring in a delicious seafood element using White Stone Oysters to make this flavorful and traditional baked oyster dish. It’s easy to make and can be scaled up or down depending on how many guests you’re expecting. Use our helpful guide to determine how many oysters you need to order.  Ingredients White Stone Oysters Unsalted butter Garlic cloves, peeled and chopped Parsley leaves, chopped Zest...

Oyster stew has a storied and rich history. According to some historical sites, the original oyster stew recipes were brought to America by Irish immigrants fleeing the potato famine. In the Catholic religion, meat consumption was banned on Christmas Eve and so many Irish families ate fish stews. Unfortunately, fish was prohibitively expensive and oysters were used as a substitute. Over time, Oyster Stew became a traditional Christmas dish for many. As the popularity of oyster stew grew, chefs in different regions began to put their own twists on the basic recipe.  A traditional New England oyster stew typically contains...