Broiled Oysters With Celery Cream And Virginia Ham

Name: Broiled Oysters With Celery Cream And Virginia Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 dozen fresh oysters, in the shell; Rock salt; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley stems; 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 ounces Virginia ham, diced; 3 celery stalks, finely chopped; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped celery root; 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/4 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

3 dozen fresh oysters, in the shell
Rock salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley stems
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 ounces Virginia ham, diced
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups peeled, chopped celery root
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt

1
Scrub oysters with a stiff brush under running water. Insert an oyster knife into the hinged edge of each oyster; twist knife handle back and forth until top shell is loose. Slide oyster knife along the bottom of the shell to detach muscle. Remove and discard top shell; drain and reserve 1 cup oyster liquor. Keep oysters in the deeper bottom shell. Arrange oysters over rock salt in a jellyroll pan; chill.
2
Combine 1 cup oyster liquor, 1 cup cream, and next 5 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, about 25 minutes or until thickened. Pour mixture through a wire-mesh strainer into a bowl. Stir in ham, celery, and pepper; set celery cream aside.
3
Cook celery root in boiling water to cover 10 minutes or until tender; drain. Place celery root, 1/4 cup cream, butter, and salt in a food processor. Process until smooth.
4
Place 1/2 teaspoon celery root puree under each reserved oyster in the shell. Top with 1 teaspoon reserved celery cream. Broil 3 inches from heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly. Serve immediately.

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* 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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 dozen fresh oysters, in the shell, Rock salt, 1 cup heavy whipping cream, 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley stems, and more.

Yes, Broiled Oysters With Celery Cream And Virginia Ham 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.

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