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Nutritional Values

🔥60kcal
💪7gProtein
🌾4gCarbs
🥑2gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️6 oystersServing

* Per serving · 6 oysters. May vary.

Allergens

🦐 Shellfish

Galway Oysters

How to order / say it
Say it Oisrí na Gaillimhe — [ISH-ree na GAL-ih-may]
Order I'd like the Galway oysters, please.
Locally Ba mhaith liom na hoisrí na Gaillimhe, le do thoil.
Say locally

Fresh, locally sourced oysters from Galway Bay.

Why try it?

Galway Bay oysters are renowned for their unique flavor and freshness. They celebrate Galway's maritime heritage and are central to the famous Oyster Festival held annually.

How it tastes

Oysters from Galway Bay are briny, creamy, and rich with a slight mineral undertone, offering a taste of the ocean with each bite.

Origin & History — first documented: 1200

These oysters have been harvested since medieval times, supported by the pristine waters of Galway Bay. The Oyster Festival, started in September 1954, has helped cement their international reputation.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 12 pieces Galway oysters
  • 🍋 1 lemon

Method

  1. 1 Rinse and clean the oysters under cold water.
  2. 2 Use a shucking knife to open and separate the oysters.
  3. 3 Serve the oysters on a bed of ice with lemon wedges.

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