Totten Inlet Oyster Stew Recipe

Name: Totten Inlet Oyster Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 totten inlet oysters (or other oysters around 1 1/2 inches long may be used); 8 ounces walla walla asparagus (or substitute local asparagus); 1 tablespoon butter; 2 scallions, thin sliced; 2 tablespoons fine diced red bell peppers; 1 quart heavy cream; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ¼ teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1
Scrub shells of oysters, use oyster knife, working over a bowl to capture their liquor, shuck oysters.
2
Snap ends of asparagus, peel stems.
3
Blanch in boiling water, put in ice water to stop cooking.
4
Cut asparagus into 1/4-inch slices, on bias.
5
Melt butter in sauce pan over medium heat, add scallions, bell pepper, saute 3 minutes.
6
Add cream, oysters and liquid, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, season with salt and white pepper.
7
Bring to boil, reduce heat, simmer for 5 minutes, poaching oysters.
8
Add asparagus, simmer 3 minutes.
9
Add parsley, ladle into bowls, allotting 5 oysters each.

130

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.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 totten inlet oysters (or other oysters around 1 1/2 inches long may be used), 8 ounces walla walla asparagus (or substitute local asparagus), 1 tablespoon butter, 2 scallions, thin sliced, and more.

Yes, Totten Inlet 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!

Totten Inlet Oyster Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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