Discover the inventive world of Poor Man’s Oysters Rockefeller with my budget-friendly recipe using tinned smoked oysters – a TikTok sensation you won’t want to miss!
Alright, folks, gather ’round because we’re about to talk TikTok trends, and let me tell you, this one’s a doozy! So, picture this: you’re scrolling through your FYP (that’s “For You Page” for the uninitiated) and suddenly, bam! You’re hit with a video showcasing something called “Poor Man’s Oysters Rockefeller.” Now, I don’t know about you, but my first reaction was something along the lines of, “Wait, what?!” Especially seeing the tin go straight into the air fryer lol but honestly, I don’t like to knock things until I try them….
I mean, come on, we’re talking about turning tinned smoked oysters into a knock-off version of one of the fanciest seafood dishes out there. It’s like trying to turn a potato into a prince, but hey, stranger things have happened on the internet, am I right?
Anyway, despite my initial suspicion, I couldn’t resist the allure of this viral recipe. I mean, who doesn’t love a good kitchen experiment, especially when it involves questionable ingredients and the promise of greatness?
So, armed with a can of smoked oysters and a sense of adventure, I dove headfirst into what would be my very own version of Poor Man’s Oysters Rockefeller. And let me tell you, folks, it was actually pretty good!
As I whipped up the spinach and cheese topping, which is not apart of the original recipe but I thought it was needed to stay true to actual recipe, couldn’t help but wonder if I was about to create a masterpiece or a complete disaster. Spoiler alert: it was somewhere in between.
Sure, they might not have the same wow factor as their fancy-pants counterpart, but these Poor Man’s Oysters Rockefeller were surprisingly tasty. I mean, who knew that tinned fish and cream cheese could make such a great duo?
Poor Man’s Oysters Rockefeller
Ingredients
- 2 cans smoked oysters, drained of oil
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 1/4 cup whipped cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hot sauce to taste
- Cajun seasoning to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Oysters: Open can and drain oil from the oysters really well and pat dry while keeping the oysters in the tin
- Prepare the Topping: Steam spinach in microwave for 30seconds. Then in a mixing bowl, combine the steamed spinach, softened cream cheese, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the Oysters: Using a spoon or a small knife, carefully mound a generous amount of the spinach and cheese mixture onto each oyster, covering it completely.
- Assemble the Oysters: Add 1 tbsp of butter to each tin along with some cheese and panko breadcrumbs
- Bake: Transfer the baking dish to an air fryer and cook for 5 minutes on 450 or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly, and the oysters are heated through.
- Serve: Once done, remove the Poor Man's Oysters Rockefeller from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve them warm as a delicious appetizer or snack with your faorite bread or crackers
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
So, the next time you’re feeling adventurous in the kitchen, why not give this TikTok recipe a try? Who knows, you might just discover your new favorite snack. And even if it doesn’t quite live up to the hype, at least you’ll have a good story to tell.
P.S. Whole Foods sell’s dollar oysters once a week…if you LOVE oysters for real for real, find out what day they do it and grab some fresh oysters to try with this recipe!
I am not sure if you recommended this recipe or not. You said it was between a masterpiece and a disaster, but that doesn’t make me want to try it. Is this any good? I love all the ingredients!
I like to tell the truth lol this is a viral recipe I would not try again but I can see how my readers would enjoy it if they enjoy canned oysters. Two things can be true 🙂