Teresa's Recipes
Oysters Bienville
Oysters Bienville is an exquisite and indulgent dish that hails from New Orleans. Each oyster is topped with a luscious, creamy sauce brimming with shrimp and Parmesan cheese, then baked to golden perfection. Every bite is a delightful medley of sea-sweet oysters, tender shrimp, and rich cheese sauce, bringing a taste of the Big Easy right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup, peeled, deveined and chopped Shrimp
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1/2, finely diced Green bell pepper
- 1 medium, finely diced Onion
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 12, on the half shell Oysters
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic, then cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour to make a roux, cooking for 1 minute until it's well combined with the butter and vegetables.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped shrimp to the sauce. Cook until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Arrange the oysters on a baking sheet. Spoon the shrimp and cheese sauce over each oyster, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly. The oysters should be just cooked, not overdone.
- Allow the oysters to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this classic New Orleans delicacy!