Jul 13 2026
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Oyster & Shellfish Recipe

Inspired by Zuni Café
Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Oysters

Shellfish

Method

Preparing Oysters

  1. 1

    Shucking the Oysters

    Carefully shuck the oysters using an oyster knife. Place them on a plate with crushed ice.

  2. 2

    Serving

    Serve the oysters with lemon wedges, hot sauce, and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Cooking Shellfish

  1. 3

    Sautéing Garlic

    In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Cooking Shrimp

    Add shrimp to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink. Remove and set aside.

  3. 5

    Cooking Mussels

    In the same pot, add mussels and white wine. Cover and steam for about 5 minutes until mussels open.

  4. 6

    Combining

    Return the shrimp to the pot, add chopped parsley, and mix well. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

  5. 7

    Serving

    Serve the shellfish hot with a side of crusty bread.

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