Oyster and Caramelized Onion Pan Roast Recipe

Name: Oyster and Caramelized Onion Pan Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 3 Spanish onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon sugar; 3 cloves garlic, finely diced; 2 Yukon gold potatoes, skin on and cut into 1/2-inch dice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups clam broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup creme fraiche; 20 oysters, shucked; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus a few sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 Spanish onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
3 cloves garlic, finely diced
2 Yukon gold potatoes, skin on and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups clam broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup creme fraiche
20 oysters, shucked
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus a few sprigs for garnish

1
Heat olive oil and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the onions and sugar and cook until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
3
Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
4
While the onions are cooking, place the potatoes in a medium saucepan filled with cold salted water.
5
Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are just cooked through.
6
Drain the potatoes and set aside.
7
Add the clam broth to the onions and bring to a simmer; then add the heavy cream.
8
Add the potatoes and simmer just until heated through.
9
Whisk in the creme fraiche and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
10
Add the oysters and the tarragon and cook just until oysters are cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Serve, garnished with extra tarragon.

394

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 3 Spanish onions, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Oyster and Caramelized Onion Pan Roast 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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Oyster and Caramelized Onion Pan Roast

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