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Oyster Rockefeller

Oyster Rockefeller with plump, fresh oysters smothered in a rich garlic, spinach, parsley, and cream mixture, top with Gruyère, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs, then broiled until golden and bubbly. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a decadent, restaurant-style quality appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: seafood
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 large oysters
  • rockefeller mixture recipe below
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 tbsp salted butter
Rockefeller mixture
  • 4 oz spinach fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 shallot
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 tbsp chives
  • 1 tbsp gruyère shredded
  • 1 tbsp parmesan shredded
  • 1 tsp all purpose seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp paprika

Method
 

Preheat oven broiler to high.
    Prep the oysters, if needed
    1. Shuck oysters and place them on a baking tray or cast-iron pan lined with rock salt or foil to keep them steady. Set aside.
    Sauté the aromatics
    1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
    2. Add minced garlic and finely diced shallot.
    3. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
    Cook the greens
    1. Add spinach to the pan and cook until fully wilted.
    2. Stir in chopped parsley and chives.
    Make the cream base
    1. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
    2. Season with all-purpose seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and paprika.
    3. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
    Add the cheese
    1. Remove from heat and stir in Gruyère and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
    Assemble the oysters
    1. Spoon the Rockefeller mixture evenly over each oyster.
    Top & broil
    1. Top oysters with bread crumbs and extra Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
    2. Broil 3–5 minutes, until golden, bubbly, and lightly browned.
    Finish & serve
    1. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, and serve immediately.