Grandpa'S Oyster Stew Recipe

Name: Grandpa'S Oyster Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 2 shallots, minced; 1/2 cup dry sherry or dry white wine; 24 freshly shucked oysters, oyster liquor reserved; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; sea salt to taste; 1 pinch sweet paprika; 1 cup oyster crackers

Servings: persons

1
Stir butter and garlic in stockpot over medium heat until butter begins to brown. Remove garlic and discard.
2
Stir shallots into browned butter. Cook and stir until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
3
Pour sherry over shallots in the stockpot and bring to a boil while scraping any browned bits off of the bottom of the pot. Simmer until liquid is reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes.
4
Pour reserved oyster liquor, milk, and cream into the stockpot; bring mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in oysters; cook until oyster edges begin to ruffle, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5
Stir in parsley; season with sea salt to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with sweet paprika and oyster crackers.

488

kcal

Calories

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 clove garlic, crushed, 2 shallots, minced, 1/2 cup dry sherry or dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Grandpa'S Oyster Stew 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!

Grandpa'S Oyster Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions