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Perhaps you prefer enjoying oysters raw and straight from the shell.
Or maybe youre more fond of fixing oyster stuffing or stew, just like grandma made.
The answer is a resounding yes!
in one case, and an if you like in another.
It all depends on the punch in of oysters youre starting with.
To help you know when and how to wash oysters, we dove into this topic with chefs andseafoodexperts.
Read on for your complete guide to washing oysters.
Do you gotta Wash Oysters?
Should you wash oysters before eating them?
It depends.You should wash all shell oysters before shucking.
Shell Oysters
When we asked our panel of chefs, should you wash oysters?
Bacteria can form on the oysters.
There is no need to wash away that delicious oyster liquor theyre packed in, Ondo says.
(Try one on a saltine cracker with a dash of hot sauce!)
This boils down to personal preference.
If you opt to rinse pre-shucked oysters in a tub or tin:
