Oysters at Home
Enjoy Wild Wadden Oysters at home – fresh, clean, and easy to prepare yourself.
Oysters at Home
With just a few simple techniques, you can create a complete oyster experience right in your own kitchen. On this page we show you what you need, how to open oysters safely, how to serve them, and how to store them properly.
What You Need
- Fresh Wild Wadden Oysters
- Oyster knife
- Kitchen towel or protective glove
- Ice or chilled platter
- Lemon, pepper, vinaigrette or natural
How to Open an Oyster
- Hold the oyster firmly in a folded towel.
- Insert the knife at the hinge point on the narrow side.
- Twist gently until the top shell pops loose.
- Lift the lid and cut the adductor muscle along the top shell.
- Check for shell grit, straighten the oyster, and serve immediately on ice.
Serving Ideas
- Pure – just a drop of lemon, or nothing at all.
- Classic mignonette – shallot vinaigrette and freshly ground pepper.
- Wadden style – with sea herbs such as samphire or sea lavender, or a little kombu.
- Warm – lightly gratinated with butter, breadcrumbs, and herbs.
Storage Tips
- Store oysters cold (0–7 °C), dark, and moist.
- Place them with the cupped side down in a tray or crate.
- Cover with a damp cloth; never store them submerged in water.
- Closed and well chilled they will keep for about 7 days.
- If an oyster does not smell fresh and like the sea, do not eat it.
Step-by-Step: Safe Opening
Opening oysters can seem intimidating, but with the right grip and a sharp oyster knife it mainly comes down to calm and technique. Take your time and always work away from your hand, protected by a towel or glove. After a few oysters, you will find your rhythm.
The Perfect Oyster Experience at Home
Prepare a platter with crushed ice or coarse sea salt, pour a glass of sparkling wine or crisp white wine, and open the oysters just before serving. This is how you enjoy Wild Wadden Oysters as they are meant to be: cool, vibrant, and full of Wadden Sea terroir.
Where to Buy Wild Wadden Oysters
Want to enjoy oysters at home? Explore our points of sale – from markets to restaurants and wholesalers – and find a location near you.