Pan-Seared Gulfport Oysters with Garlic Herb Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-30 · Updated 2026-06-30

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Fresh oysters from the Gulfport coast pan-seared and topped with a savory garlic herb butter that enhances their natural briny sweetness. This seafood recipe, ready in about 14 minutes, pairs fresh Gulfport oysters, shucked, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 8 min Cook: 6 min Serves 2 190 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 fresh Gulfport oysters, shucked
3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 shucked Gulfport oysters carefully and sear for 1-2 minutes until the edges are just golden, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 finely chopped small shallot, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp chopped parsley, cooking for another 30 seconds to blend flavors.
Step 4: Return the oysters to the pan, gently tossing them in the garlic herb butter for 1 minute. Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and serve immediately with crusty bread or over greens.