Individual Oyster Tarts Recipe

Name: Individual Oyster Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons cornmeal; 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut in cubes; 3 tablespoons ice water; 1 bunch leeks, cleaned and chop white part only into small dice to yield about 2 cups; 2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 cup dry sherry; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 2 dozen oysters, shucked, reserved in oyster liquor

Servings: persons

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cornmeal
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut in cubes
3 tablespoons ice water
1 bunch leeks, cleaned and chop white part only into small dice to yield about 2 cups
2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup dry sherry
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 dozen oysters, shucked, reserved in oyster liquor

1
Cornmeal Crust: Combine flour, cornmeal, and butter in food processor and add water in a fine stream, processing constantly until the dough forms a ball.
2
Shape into disc and wrap in plastic.
3
Chill for about 1 hour.
4
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
5
Shape into 6 balls, roll into circles and line individual 4 1/2-inch tart molds.
6
Place on baking sheet and prick with fork.
7
Bake until crisp, about 10 minutes.
8
Let cool on wire rack.
9
Oyster Filling: In a saute pan, sweat leeks and herbs in butter until leeks are soft.
10
Add sherry and let reduce until almost dry.
11
Add cream and paprika.
12
Just before serving, add oysters and liquor, and cook until oysters just begin to curl.
13
When the oysters have cooked, pour the mixture into the tart shells and serve immediately.

520

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons cornmeal, 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut in cubes, 3 tablespoons ice water, and more.

Yes, Individual Oyster Tarts falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Individual Oyster Tarts

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Variations & substitutions

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