Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Pacific Oyster

Peak

Flavor: Briny, cucumber-melon notes; firm meats when cold.

Type

seafood

Peak Months

Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb

Season Window

Oct → Apr

Flavor & uses

Briny, cucumber-melon notes; firm meats when cold.

Raw on half shell, roasted with brown butter, chowder.

Storage

Keep cold, cup-side down; avoid freshwater rinse.

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Phase: Peak

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb

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Pacific Northwest Oyster Stew

Rich and buttery Pacific oyster stew featuring the fresh flavors of the Pacific Northwest.

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Baked Pacific Northwest Oysters with Lemon Herb Breadcrumbs

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