Canned Oysters

The best canned oysters are plump, firm, smoky and briny. They are good for chowder, dips, stuffing, and eating on their own, speared onto a toothpick. They aren't too fishy and they don't taste like a straight-up campfire. Canned oysters are a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in many ways.

Taste:
Canned oysters are usually salty and slightly fishy and are easy to bite into. They can be smoked or boiled and packed in water or oil.

Nutrition:
Canned oysters are a low-fat source of protein and contain more potassium, phosphorous and magnesium than raw oysters. They also contain vitamin C, which raw oysters do not.

Preparation:
Canned oysters are fully cooked and safe to eat right out of the can. You can also rinse them to remove excess saltiness.

Uses:
Canned oysters can be prepared in the same way as raw oysters and can be used in a variety of dishes. For example, you can use them to make a smoked oyster spread.

Freshness:
Canned smoked oysters are freshest when packaged.