Classic Oysters Rockefeller Recipe

Name: Classic Oysters Rockefeller
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 oysters; 1/2 shell; 4 flat leaf Italian parsley springs, minced; 4 green onions minced; celery leaves A handful of fresh, minced; 6 tarragon leaves or more fresh, minced; 6 chervil leaves or more fresh, minced; 1/2 cup bread crumbs dried fresh French, unseasoned; ½ tablespoons unsalted butter softened; salt; fresh ground black pepper; Tabasco to taste; 2 tablespoons pernod; rock salt

Servings: persons

24 oysters
1/2 shell
4 flat leaf Italian parsley springs, minced
4 green onions minced
celery leaves A handful of fresh, minced
6 tarragon leaves or more fresh, minced
6 chervil leaves or more fresh, minced
1/2 cup bread crumbs dried fresh French, unseasoned
½ tablespoons unsalted butter softened
salt
fresh ground black pepper
Tabasco to taste
2 tablespoons pernod
rock salt

1
Finely mince the parsley, green onions and the herbs.
2
In a mortar, mix the herbs with the breadcrumbs, softened butter, and any remaining oyster liquor until you have a textured paste. Season to taste with salt, pepper, Tabasco and Pernod.
3
Spread about a 1/4 inch of rock salt in an oven-safe dish and set the oysters on top, making sure they're level. The salt will help keep the oysters from sliding around.
4
Spoon an equal amount of the herb butter paste on top of each oyster.
5
Place on the middle rack under the broiler and broil until the edges of the oysters curl and the herb butter paste bubbles, about 5 minutes.
6
Serve immediately.

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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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 oysters, 1/2 shell, 4 flat leaf Italian parsley springs, minced, 4 green onions minced, and more.

Yes, Classic Oysters Rockefeller 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!

Classic Oysters Rockefeller

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