Poached Oysters Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Water2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Shucked oysters1 Pint, drained

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 427 Calories from Fat 139

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g24.5%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 341.3 mg113.8%

Sodium 3271.2 mg136.3%

Total Carbohydrates 21 g7%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 43 g85.5%

Vitamin A Vitamin C 42.7%

Calcium 21.5% Iron 0.09%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

In saucepan bring water and salt to a simmer.
Add oysters; simmer (do not boil) till oysters begin to curl around the edges and become plump and firm, 1 to 4 minutes, depending on size of oysters.
Drain oysters and chill.
Serve in any way that raw oysters would be used, such as on the half shell for an appetizer.
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