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Warm Oysters

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Warm Oysters

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Health Score:
71 / 100
Difficulty:
moderate
Difficulty
Preparation:
45 min.
Preparation
Calories:
143
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

Thanks to the oysters, this appetizer contains a lot of zinc and selenium. Zinc is essential for cell division and cell renewal, and it also contributes to a healthy immune system!

Drizzle some lemon juice over the oysters to allow for better absorption of the zinc. 

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie143 cal.(7 %)
Protein9 g(9 %)
Fat7 g(6 %)
Carbohydrates6 g(4 %)
Sugar added5 g(20 %)
Roughage1.5 g(5 %)
Vitamin A0.4 mg(50 %)
Vitamin D7.4 μg(37 %)
Vitamin E1.3 mg(11 %)
Vitamin K52 μg(87 %)
Vitamin B₁0.1 mg(10 %)
Vitamin B₂0.2 mg(18 %)
Niacin3 mg(25 %)
Vitamin B₆0.2 mg(14 %)
Folate18 μg(6 %)
Pantothenic acid0.3 mg(5 %)
Biotin9.2 μg(20 %)
Vitamin B₁₂10.9 μg(363 %)
Vitamin C5 mg(5 %)
Potassium314 mg(8 %)
Calcium87 mg(9 %)
Magnesium38 mg(13 %)
Iron6.9 mg(46 %)
Iodine42 μg(21 %)
Zinc76 mg(950 %)
Saturated fatty acids3.2 g
Uric acid98 mg
Cholesterol130 mg
Complete sugar10 g
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Ingredients

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2
Ingredients
6 Oyster (such as Belon)
1 small carrot
1 pc Leeks (only the white portion)
1 Zucchini (only the exterior with the green portion)
½ shallot
3 Tbsps Whipped cream
1 tsp olive oil
½ cup white wine
2 Tbsps Anisette
coarsely ground white peppers
How healthy are the main ingredients?
LeekWhipped creamolive oilOystercarrotZucchini
Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 Pot, 1 Bowl, 1 Small bowl, 1 Measuring cups, 1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Teaspoon, 1 Wooden spoon, 1 Peeler, 1 Sieve, 1 Hand mixer, 1 Kitchen towel, 1 Oyster knife, 1 Vegetable brush

Preparation steps

1.
Warm Oysters preparation step 1

Scrub oysters thoroughly under cold water. 

2.
Warm Oysters preparation step 2

To open the oysters, fold a kitchen towel several times. Place 1 oyster with the rounded side down on towel, fold towel over oyster. Hold down the oyster with the towel (alternatively, use an oyster glove).

3.
Warm Oysters preparation step 3

Position the tip of the knife at the pointy end of the shell between the upper and lower halves. Pry apart the shells by working the knife like a lever, slightly lifting the upper shell.

4.
Warm Oysters preparation step 4

Now slide the oyster knife along the upper shell inside the oyster, cutting through the muscle to release oyster meat, and then pull halves apart. 

5.
Warm Oysters preparation step 5

Remove any small pieces of shell within the oyster. Take the meat from the shells and place in a sieve along with oyster liquid, reserving liquid in a bowl.

6.
Warm Oysters preparation step 6

Peel carrots. Rinse the white portion of leek and drain. Rinse and dry zucchini, then remove dark green part in long ribbons with a peeler (reserve remaining for another use). Cut the vegetables into very fine dice.

7.
Warm Oysters preparation step 7

Peel shallot and very finely dice.

8.
Warm Oysters preparation step 8

Whip the cream until stiff and chill.

9.
Warm Oysters preparation step 9

Heat the oil in a pot and sauté the diced vegetables for 3-4 minutes while stirring over low heat.

10.
Warm Oysters preparation step 10

Pour white wine and the anisette liqueur into vegetables and let it boil to deglaze the pot.

11.
Warm Oysters preparation step 11

Pour in the oyster liquid and bring to a boil. Add drained oyster meat and heat for 1-2 minutes. Transfer oysters to 2 small serving bowls.

12.
Warm Oysters preparation step 12

Add the whipped cream to the pot and cook briefly. Pour the sauce over the oysters, season with pepper and serve immediately.

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