Kitchen Confidence
How to Shuck Oysters, With or Without Proper Tools
Inspired by conversations on the FOOD52 Hotline, we're sharing tips and tricks that make navigating all of our kitchens easier and more fun.
Today: Leave no oyster un-shucked -- no special equipment required.
Shucking oysters doesn't have to be an extreme sport. See how to pry open any pesky oyster with confidence using one of three simple tools -- including one you almost definitely already have.
Watch our editorial team Kristy, Kristen and Kenzi shuck oysters from start to finish -- safely, and confidently. Just remember: it only takes "a little bit of practice, and a little bit of muscle" to shuck oysters that you can slurp up raw, or grill and top off with Sriracha Lime Butter.
Once you shuck them, here's what to do:
This video was shot and edited by Kyle Orosz.
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Tags: kitchen confidence, oysters, shucking oysters, hack
Comments (3)
4 months ago hardlikearmour
hardlikearmour is a trusted home cook.
Great tutorial, ladies! Now I won't be afraid to buy oysters.
4 months ago Kristy Mucci
Kristy is the Associate Editor of Food52.
Thanks, hardlikearmour! I bet you're already a pro at this, though.
4 months ago hardlikearmour
hardlikearmour is a trusted home cook.
You would lose that bet! I've literally never shucked an oyster. I didn't eat my first raw oyster until this past summer.