Classic Oyster Stew With Fennel Recipe

Name: Classic Oyster Stew With Fennel Recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (42 grams); 2 medium shallots, finely diced (about 50 grams); 1/2 medium head fennel, finely diced (about 50 grams) (see note); 1 large stalk celery, finely diced (about 50 grams); 2 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 10 grams); 3 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 dried bay leaf; 1 quart (950 milliliters) whole milk; 2 dozen oysters, shucked , liquor reserved (about 1 1/2 cups; 350 grams) (see note); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Minced parsley, chives, tarragon, and/or fennel fronds, for garnish

Instructions

Cook:20min

A simple, quick, and easy soup, this classic oyster stew is flecked with droplets of golden butter and flavored with aromatic vegetables, whole milk, and plenty of briny, fat oysters.

Updated at: Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:35:36 GMT