Oyster Sauce Recipe Recipe

Tired of store-bought oyster sauces loaded with unwanted additives? This homemade oyster sauce recipe, submitted by Rachel Monk, lets you create a rich, flavorful sauce from scratch! Using fresh or pre-packed oysters, this recipe is surprisingly simple and perfect for elevating your favorite dishes. Learn how to make your own oyster sauce today and avoid artificial ingredients – it's easier than you think!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 435.5 kcal

Protein 41g

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Ingredients for Oyster Sauce Recipe

Oysters
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
Fresh Gingerroot
Garlic Clove
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Fresh Basil
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup heavy cream
Dark Soy Sauce

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How to Make Oyster Sauce Recipe

**Prepare the Oysters:** If using fresh oysters (approximately 1 pound), steam them in a pan with 1 cup of water until they open. If using pre-packed oysters, drain the liquid, reserving the liquid for later use; you will need approximately 1 cup.
**Finely Chop Oysters:** Very finely chop the oysters.
**Sauté Aromatics:** Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon minced ginger root. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
**Add Oysters and Herbs:** Add the minced oysters, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried basil to the skillet.
**Cook the Flour:** Sift in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly, until the flour is cooked into the butter (about 1 minute).
**Add Liquids:** Whisk in 1 cup of reserved oyster liquid (or substitute with chicken broth), 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1/4 cup soy sauce.
**Strain the Sauce:** Pour the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
**Simmer and Thicken:** Return the strained sauce to the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency (about 5-10 minutes).
**Adjust Consistency (if needed):** If the sauce is not thickening sufficiently, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry. Add the slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly, until it reaches the desired thickness.
**Season and Serve:** Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
**Storage Note:** Refrigerate your homemade oyster sauce in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

Fat

91g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Oyster Sauce Recipe?

Oyster Sauce Recipe takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Oyster Sauce Recipe?

Oyster Sauce Recipe has approximately 435.5 calories per serving, with about 41 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Oyster Sauce Recipe?

The key ingredients for Oyster Sauce Recipe are Oysters, Butter, Onion, Fresh Gingerroot, Garlic Clove, Thyme. See the full list with measurements above.