An Oyster Life (Blog)

Fried oysters are delicious little flavor bombs hearkening southern culinary tradition and the flavors of their region. The best thing about frying oysters is the limitless combination of spices, oils, and breading that can be used to create a new style of fried oysters. We found 3 great recipes to start your fried oyster addiction and introduce you to the world of possibilities.  Peanut Fried Oysters These traditional fried oysters rely on the flavors of peanut oil, buttermilk, hot sauce and paprika to create a savory and sweet final product. Serve with spicy remoulade.   Ingredients Peanut oil, for frying...

Oysters are sustainable, convenient and healthy food. Integrating them into your diet can have a lot of benefits, including boosting your immune system. Let’s take a look at some of the facts.  According to Healthline, a standard 3.5 ounce serving of oysters contains several valuable minerals, almost as much protein as an egg and low calories. Calories: 68 Protein: 7 grams Fat: 3 grams Vitamin D: 80% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI) Thiamine (vitamin B1): 7% of the RDI Niacin (vitamin B3): 7% of the RDI Vitamin B12: 324% of the RDI Iron: 37% of the RDI Magnesium: 12% of the RDI Phosphorus: 14% of the RDI Zinc: 605% of...

If you’re new to oysters, storing, preparing and serving them can seem a little intimidating. Check out these easy tips to help you become an oyster pro.  Storing Oysters Oysters are alive right up until you cook or eat them. We ship our oysters in durable Styrofoam coolers with several ice packs to preserve freshness. When they arrive, open the cooler and give the mesh bag a once-over to see if any oysters are dead on arrival. Throw away any that are open, or have broken shells. Then you’re ready to put them in the fridge. If possible, store them...

 Whether you’re wanting a mid-week treat or planning for a summer oyster roast when things get back to normal, the last thing you want to do is run out of oysters.  Many pros, including Erin Murray, author of Shucked, have some pretty strong opinions about how many oysters you should order.  In a restaurant setting, Murray recommends ordering 6 oysters per person, which could be great for an appetizer. However, ordering in bulk for a party is a different story.  Consider a few things: What else are you serving? If you’re serving another heavy main, people may eat fewer oysters....

There are a lot of myths around what oysters eat and how it affects their flavor. We’re going to bust some common oyster myths and show you how sustainable oyster farming creates a halo effect of benefits for the entire ecosystem.

Oysters are delicious. Beer is delicious. It only makes sense that when paired together, there’s even more deliciousness to be had. 

Try one of these unique recipes the next time you order a batch!