This AIP Smoked Oyster Dip is a creamy, citrusy dip with a hint of smoke. This is a great way for canned oyster beginners to try this nutrient dense food.
Can you eat canned oysters raw?
Canned oysters are either cooked or smoked so they are edible right out of the tin. The oysters for this recipe are smoked and totally cooked through so they are safe to eat as is.
What to do with smoked oysters
Smoked oysters can be eaten right out of the can but it’s not for the oyster newbie. It has a very strong smoked flavor and mushy texture. There’s a lot of people that love the strong flavor but if you are squeamish about shellfish, especially canned shellfish then this canned oyster recipe is a perfect way to try them. I have another Smoked Oyster Tapenade recipe over at autoimmunewellness.com.
Do canned oysters have zinc?
Yes, they have 605% of the recommended daily amount of zinc. They are also great sources of vitamin D, vitamin B12, copper, and selenium. [source]
Additionally, oysters and bivalves in general (clams, mussels, scallops, etc.) are an excellent source of high quality seafood. As far as the AIP or Paleo diet is concerned, wild caught seafood is on the same nutrient density level as organ meats. Bivalves are more affordable than tuna or salmon and it’s consistently listed as the lowest-mercury seafood available. [source]
How to make AIP Smoked Oyster Dip
- Add all the ingredients except the chives into a container suitable for an immersion blender. Blend until for at least 2 minutes.
- Add the chives and then stir to combine.
- Place in the fridge to chill and thicken for about 2-3 hours.
Tips for making the best Smoked Oyster Dip
- The chill time is important as it allows the mixture to firm up and get a mayo-like texture as well as allow the flavors to blend.
- Avocado oil is the only oil that I would recommend for this recipe. Olive oil has too distinct flavor and doesn’t play well with the others.
- Serve with AIP crackers, cucumbers, plantain or cassava chips.
- I used this avocado oil.
- I used these Smoked Oysters. Please make sure to check ingredients to ensure that it’s AIP friendly. Companies can change ingredients without notice.
- This is the palm shortening that I like to use.
If you like this recipe, try serving it with these AIP cracker recipes.
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AIP Smoked Oyster Dip
Equipment
- Immersion Blender
- Lemon Peel Grater
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Avocado Oil
- 1/2 cup Palm Shortening
- pinch Turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice about juice of one lemon, Apple Cider Vinegar is a good substitute
- 1 3 ounce can Smoked Oysters
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
- 2 teaspoons Chives chopped
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients except the chives into a container suitable for an immersion blender. Blend until for at least 2 minutes.
- Add the chives and then stir to combine.
- Place in the fridge to chill and thicken for about 2-3 hours.
Notes
- The chill time is important as it allows the mixture to firm up and get a mayo-like texture as well as allow the flavors to blend.
- Avocado oil is the only oil that I would recommend for this recipe. Olive oil has too distinct flavor and doesn’t play well with the others.
- Serve with AIP crackers, cucumbers, plantain or cassava chips.
- I used this avocado oil.
- I used these Smoked Oysters. Please make sure to check ingredients to ensure that it’s AIP friendly. Companies can change ingredients without notice.
- This is the palm shortening that I like to use.
Helpful Info for All Recipes
- I always use extra virgin olive oil in all of my recipes unless stated otherwise.
- I always use Himalayan sea salt or Celtic sea salt, unless otherwise noted.
- The majority of my recipes are strict AIP or include notations for reintroductions. However while I make every effort to label non-AIP ingredients and recipes sometimes they slip past me. If you have questions, please ask in advance.
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This was a big hit at our last party.
This was a hit at our last party.
What is a good substitute for palm shortening? Never heard of it. I have palm oil but have no idea how that would work.
You could potentially use lard but other than that I'm not aware of another sub that would work well in this recipe. Additionally, keep in mind that lard may have a stronger flavor than palm shortening which would alter the flavor of this recipe.
Hello Beth! Contemplating making your smoked oyster tapenade. Found here:
https://autoimmunewellness.com/smoked-oyster-tapenade/
Curious– what brand of canned olives do you recommend that are AIP compliant? The links are to Mario Camacho Foods Pitted Snack Olives ($18 for 12 oz) and Sunfood Superfoods Organic Raw Olives- Pitted Peruvian Black Botija Olives ($18 fo 8 oz). I realize you’re not using the entire lot of olives, but it still is turning it into a $22 appetizer/snack. Fine for a party splurge, but $$ for a weekday snack. Thanks for your help!
Hey. I found compliant olives at Sprouts. Trader Joe's also has kalamata olives that would work at well.