Description
This Creole Crab Baked Oysters recipe combines rich flavors and creamy textures with fresh oysters and succulent, sweet crabmeat, making it an ideal seafood appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 dozen oysters, shucked
- 5-ounces jumbo lump crabmeat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup onion, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving.
Instructions
Notes
- Shuck the oysters, or have your fishmonger shuck them for you. Keep in fridge until ready to fill.
- Dice all vegetables before starting to cook for a smoother process.
- Fresh oysters and crab meat will enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Any type of crabmeat will work in this recipe.
- Use medium to large-sized oysters.
- Allow the sauce to thicken.
- As the sauce is thickening, occasionally scrape the sides of the pan.
- Use rock salt or crumpled foil to keep the oysters steady while baking.
- Broil for the last 2-3 minutes to achieve a golden, bubbly cheese topping.
- Taste the sauce before assembling the oysters and adjust seasoning, as needed.
- If sauce is too thick, add a touch more cream.
- If grilling, ensure the oysters are stable by using a grill pan or foil to prevent tipping.
- Serve the oysters hot, for the best flavor and texture.
- Use leftover sauce for pasta, or heat and use to top the baked oysters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Seafood