Refreshing and Deep Flavored Oyster Soup: A Winter Superfood
Easy and Delicious Oyster Soup Recipe Using Seasonal Oysters
Discover the refreshing and clear oyster soup made with fresh, seasonal oysters, a winter delicacy. This nourishing soup is easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for beginner cooks. The harmonious blend of fresh oyster flavor and savory broth will warm your body and soul on chilly days.
Oyster Soup Ingredients- 10 fresh oysters
- Radish, to taste (for broth, thinly sliced)
- Half a green onion, sliced diagonally
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce (or traditional Korean soy sauce)
- 1/2 Tbsp salt (for seasoning adjustment)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, it’s crucial to properly clean the fresh oysters. Oysters can sometimes have shell fragments or impurities attached. Gently rinse them under cold water while lightly massaging them with a pinch of salt. This gentle rubbing helps remove impurities without damaging the delicate oysters. Rinse several times until the water runs clear.
Step 2
Once cleaned, drain the oysters in a colander. Carefully inspect each oyster again to ensure no small shell pieces are still present. This step ensures a pleasant eating experience without any gritty texture.
Step 3
Pour fresh water or a refreshing anchovy-kelp broth into a pot, and add the thinly sliced radish. Using broth will add a deeper, more savory flavor to the soup. You can slice the radish as you prefer for texture; some like them sliced into squares, but I often slice them diagonally, reminiscent of my mother’s cooking.
Step 4
Once the water comes to a boil, let the radish simmer until it becomes translucent. Then, add the minced garlic. Minced garlic helps to neutralize any potential fishy odor from the oysters and adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the broth. Be mindful not to add too much, as it can overpower the delicate oyster taste.
Step 5
Now it’s time to season the soup. I often use a combination of soy sauce (or traditional Korean soy sauce) and salt, about half and half. You can use just soy sauce or just salt, depending on your preference. Start by adding a small amount and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
Step 6
Add the prepared fresh oysters to the seasoned broth. It’s important not to overcook the oysters. Once the soup comes to a rolling boil after adding the oysters, turn off the heat immediately. Oysters cook very quickly, and overcooking can make them tough and diminish their delicate flavor. It’s best to cook them just until warmed through.
Step 7
Finally, add the diagonally sliced green onions and let it simmer briefly. Your delicious oyster soup is ready! You might wonder if such a simple preparation can be truly flavorful, but the refreshing taste from the fresh oysters is truly exceptional, so rest assured!
Step 8
A crucial step in making clear soup is skimming off any foam that rises to the surface. Removing the foam results in a clearer broth and a cleaner taste. Properly skimming the foam completes your delicious oyster soup!
