Shuck Oysters Like a Pro
Pry the shells open with a push, a twist, and a little muscle
with Michael Louchen
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The right tool can make any job easier, and for shucking oysters, the right tool is an oyster knife, which is short and sturdy with a round pointed tip for prying open the shell.
In this video tip, Michael Louchen, executive chef at The Taunton Press, pries open some Maryland oysters to show how it's done. Starting with proper cleaning, Michael shows the simple and safe way to enjoy your oysters.
Oysters are at their firmest and sweetest from November to May. For advice on selecting the best oysters and keeping them fresh until use, see "Choose Oysters with Tightly Shut Shells" by senior editor Amy Albert.
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