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Arcachon oysters — traditional dish from Arcachon, France
Starter Fish & Seafood

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥180kcal
💪24gProtein
🌾10gCarbs
🥑5gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish

Arcachon oysters

How to order / say it
Say it Huîtres d'Arcachon — [WEE-truhz dar-kah-SHON]
Order I'd like the Arcachon oysters, please.
Locally Je voudrais des huîtres d'Arcachon, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally

Fresh, briny oysters from the Arcachon Bay.

Why try it?

Representing the rich seafood heritage of the Bordeaux region, these oysters provide a taste of the Atlantic coast's bounty and the traditional culinary practices inherent in line fishing and oyster farming.

How it tastes

The Arcachon oysters deliver a fresh, briny essence, with a slight metallic finish typical of their Atlantic waters. Often enjoyed with a squeeze of lemon, their silky texture pairs beautifully with crisp white wine.

Origin & History — first documented: 1820

Oysters have been harvested from the Arcachon Bay since at least the 19th century, becoming a culinary treasure of Bordeaux as the city developed trade routes through its marine environment. They symbolize the French tradition of enjoying fresh, high-quality seafood.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 12 Arcachon oysters
  • 🍋 1 lemon

Method

  1. 1 Thoroughly clean the oyster shells.
  2. 2 Carefully shuck oysters, preserving the liquor.
  3. 3 Arrange on a bed of ice to keep cold.
  4. 4 Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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