Oyster Bisque - Light Recipe

Name: Oyster Bisque - Light
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (8 ounce) containers oysters (or bottled); 1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice; 1 tablespoon hot water; 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed (can be omitted, I use turmeric for the colour, just enough to give a nice pale yellow colour); 1 teaspoon butter; 1 cup coarsely chopped red onion; 1 cup coarsely chopped celery; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 3 cups 2% low-fat milk; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

2 (8 ounce) containers oysters (or bottled)
1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice
1 tablespoon hot water
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed (can be omitted, I use turmeric for the colour, just enough to give a nice pale yellow colour)
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1 cup coarsely chopped celery
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
Drain the oysters in a colander over a bowl, reserve the liquid.
2
Add enough clam juice to the oyster liquid to make one cup and set aside.
3
Reserve the remaining clam juice for another use.
4
Coarsely chop oysters.
5
Combine water and saffron, if using, in a small bowl and set aside.
6
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
7
Add the onion and celery, cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Stir in flour and coriander, cook 1 minute.
9
Add the oyster liquid, saffron water if using, or tumeric, and milk,stirring with a whisk.
10
Cook until thick, about 12 minutes, stirring frequently.
11
Add the oysters, parsley, salt and cayenne.
12
Cook 3 minutes or until edges of oysters curl.

187

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (8 ounce) containers oysters (or bottled), 1 (8 ounce) bottle clam juice, 1 tablespoon hot water, 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed (can be omitted, I use turmeric for the colour, just enough to give a nice pale yellow colour), and more.

Yes, Oyster Bisque - Light 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!

Oyster Bisque - Light

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Variations & substitutions

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