Arnaud'S Oyster Bienville Recipe

Name: Arnaud'S Oyster Bienville
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup mushrooms, finely chopped; 1 tsp ground white pepper; 4 T unsalted butter; 1/2 cup brandy; 1 1/2 tsp garlic, finely minced; 1/2 tsp cayenne; 1 T shallots, finely chopped; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 6 T grated romano cheese; 1 T flour; 4 T dry bread crums; 1/2 lb boiled shrimp, finely diced; 1/4 cup finely minced parsley; 2 dozen oysters on the half shell; 4 pans rock salt

Servings: persons

2/3 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
1 tsp ground white pepper
4 T unsalted butter
1/2 cup brandy
1 1/2 tsp garlic, finely minced
1/2 tsp cayenne
1 T shallots, finely chopped
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
6 T grated romano cheese
1 T flour
4 T dry bread crums
1/2 lb boiled shrimp, finely diced
1/4 cup finely minced parsley
2 dozen oysters on the half shell
4 pans rock salt

1
in a large, heavy saucepan, saute the chopped mushrooms quickly in a small amount of vegetable oil. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, melt the butter and reder the garlic and shallots, stirring frequently, until soft. Add the diced shrimp, then sprinkle in the flour. Stir, then add the reerved mushrooms. Deglaze pan witth the brandy while stirring constantly.
2
Stir in the heavy cream and cook until smooth before adding Romano cheese, dry bread crumps and parsley, salt, pepper and cayenne. A small amount of milk may be added if the mixture is too thick.
3
Remove from heat, allow to cool, then refrigerate for about 1 1/2 hours. Half an hour before you plan to bake the oysters, place the pans of rock salt in a preheated 500F oven. Wash oyster shells well. pat dry. Put oysters on shells , place 6 in each pan of rock salt. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon of sauce over each oyster. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until well browned.

1587

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup mushrooms, finely chopped, 1 tsp ground white pepper, 4 T unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brandy, and more.

Yes, Arnaud'S Oyster Bienville falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Arnaud'S Oyster Bienville

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