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Oysters Rockefeller
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 134 kcal —
- Protein 7.6 g 15%
- Carbohydrate 7.5 g 3%
- Fat 7.5 g 10%
- Saturated fat 3.2 g 16%
- Fibre 1.9 g 7%
- Sugars 1.2 g —
- Sodium 430 mg 19%
- Cholesterol 36 mg 12%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 280 µg 31%
- Vitamin C 1.2 mg 1%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 1.8 mg 12%
- Vitamin K 217 µg 181%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.14 mg 12%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.16 mg 12%
- Niacin (B3) 1.7 mg 10%
- Vitamin B6 0.11 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 57 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 3.6 µg 148%
- Choline 48.3 mg 9%
Minerals
- Calcium 106 mg 8%
- Iron 3.4 mg 19%
- Magnesium 47 mg 11%
- Phosphorus 104 mg 8%
- Potassium 245 mg 5%
- Zinc 18.8 mg 171%
- Copper 1.4 mg 158%
- Selenium 16.7 µg 30%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 134 | 7.6 g | 7.5 g | 7.5 g |
| 1 × 1 oyster | 30 g | 40 | 2.3 g | 2.2 g | 2.3 g |
| 2 × 1 oyster | 60 g | 80 | 4.6 g | 4.5 g | 4.5 g |
| ½ × 1 oyster | 15 g | 20 | 1.1 g | 1.1 g | 1.1 g |
| 3 × 1 oyster | 90 g | 121 | 6.9 g | 6.7 g | 6.8 g |
| 4 × 1 oyster | 120 g | 161 | 9.2 g | 9 g | 9 g |
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Questions about Oysters Rockefeller
What is Oysters Rockefeller?
It is a baked oyster dish topped with a rich green herb mixture, traditionally including butter and parsley. Its name is said to refer to its richness, like that of the famously wealthy Rockefeller family.
How do you make Oysters Rockefeller at home?
Mix finely chopped parsley and other herbs with softened butter and breadcrumbs, spoon the topping over shucked oysters, then bake on a bed of coarse salt at 220 °C for about 8–10 minutes, until bubbling and the oysters are just cooked.
Can you make Oysters Rockefeller without an oyster shell?
Yes. Set the oysters in small ovenproof dishes or a shallow baking dish, add the herb topping and bake at 220 °C until bubbling and cooked through. The shells are traditional but mainly help hold the topping in place.
What should you serve with Oysters Rockefeller?
Serve them hot as a starter, with lemon wedges and crusty bread to mop up the buttery juices. Their rich topping also works well alongside a crisp green salad.
Can you prepare Oysters Rockefeller ahead of time?
You can make the herb topping in advance and keep it covered in the fridge, but assemble the oysters shortly before baking. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and reheat until steaming hot; the texture is best freshly baked.
Are Oysters Rockefeller eaten raw?
No. They are a baked dish, and the oysters should be cooked until hot and opaque. Keep raw oysters chilled before cooking, and discard any that smell unpleasant.
How many oysters are in a typical serving of Oysters Rockefeller?
A typical portion is about 85 g, or roughly three oysters at 30 g each. The dish provides 134 kcal per 100 g.
How does Oysters Rockefeller compare with plain oysters nutritionally?
Oysters Rockefeller has 7.6 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 6 g in plain oysters. Its butter-and-breadcrumb topping makes it a richer mixed dish than plain oysters.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 27450250 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
