Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
4
servings
0.5 sticks

Butter

0.25 cup

Green Onions

Finely Chopped

2 tbsp

Fresh Parsley

Finely Chopped

2 tsp

Garlic

Finely Chopped

4 tbsp

Flour

0.25 cup

Heavy Cream

2 unit

Egg Yolks

Well Beaten

0.25 cup

Dry Sherry

1 tsp

Frank's Creole Seasoning

0.25 cup

Mushrooms

Finely Chopped

0.25 pounds

Shrimp

Boiled And Diced Fine

12 unit

Fresh Raw Oysters

Drained

1 cup

Dry White Wine

2 tbsp

Romano Cheese

Freshly Grated

2 tbsp

Dried Bread Crumbs

0.25 tsp

Paprika

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare Franks Famous Creole Seasoning according to the provided link.

Step 2
~3 min

Prepare the sauce at least 2 hours in advance and refrigerate.

Step 3
~3 min

Melt butter in a cast iron skillet over low heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix Romano cheese, bread crumbs, and paprika for the topping; set aside.

Step 5
~3 min

Add green onions, parsley, and garlic to the skillet.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté until soft, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in flour until smooth.

Step 8
~3 min

Slowly add cream, egg yolks, sherry, and Creole seasoning.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook over low heat until the mixture thickens.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir in mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the sauce is quite thick.

Step 12
~3 min

Spoon the sauce into a shallow dish, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep.

Step 13
~3 min

Let cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 1/2 hours.

Step 14
~3 min

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.

Step 15
~3 min

Poach oysters in dry white wine until edges curl, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 16
~3 min

Drain and set aside.

Step 17
~3 min

Place a drained oyster on each oyster shell on a bed of rock salt in baking pans (6 oysters per pan).

Step 18
~3 min

Cover each oyster with sauce.

Step 19
~3 min

Sprinkle topping over each sauced oyster.

Step 20
~3 min

Bake for 15 minutes, until sauce bubbles and browns.

Step 21
~3 min

Cool for 3-6 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure oysters are very fresh.

Do not overcook oysters as they will become rubbery.

Rock salt on the baking sheet helps stabilize the oyster shells.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot directly from the oven.

Serve with lemon wedges.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

New Orleans, Louisiana

Cultural Significance

Classic Creole cuisine, often served during special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Christmas Eve
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Celebration
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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