Oystercatcher – what is there to consider?

Oysters have been a popular delicacy for decades. For inexperienced hands, however, it is a small challenge to open a fresh oyster without harming yourself or the tasty interior of the oyster. With a special Oyster knife But it is possible to open the robust bowls of the oyster easily and correctly.

Open oysters yourself

If the oyster itself opened, you can be sure to get fresh goods here. With a oyster knifethis is possible without any problems. Oysters bought from the retailer are usually washed from the outside. But if there is still mud and sand on the oyster shell, they can simply be washed off under water. This is especially good with a medium-hard brush.

Important!

If the shell of the oyster is broken, it must be disposed of. Before opening, therefore, carefully examine both sides. Even a small crack makes the oyster unusable for consumption.

To open the oyster, the oyster knife is attached to the so-called hinge. This is the part of the shell that connects the two halves together. He can be recognized at a glance. Of the Oyster knife is stuck in the hinge, and with a twisting movement, the two shells separate from each other. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of it here. But not only the right technology plays a role – you should also have the right oyster knife. But what makes a good one Oyster knife out?

Is the handle good in the hand?

The knives are very small and handy made to be easy to handle. It is important that the handle is comfortable and secure in the hand. Depending on the price range, the handle is made of very different materials:
plastic
metal
Wood
Glass

Which variant you like best is above all a matter of taste. As long as the handle is not slippery and lies securely in the hand, it does not matter what material it is made from.

tip
Absolutely when working with a Oyster knife wear special kitchen gloves or hold the oyster with a thick cloth. Because if you slip off here, a mishap happened quickly.
The blade makes the difference

The various Oyster knife differ mainly in the shape of the blade. The blade of the oyster knife is always dull. It is short and tough enough to penetrate the shell without damaging the oyster’s meat.
The shape of the tip is also slightly round. Ideally, it is slightly flattened at the front to facilitate knife attachment. A stainless steel blade is a good choice. It is durable and easy to clean – an important consideration when working with raw oysters.

Note blade guard

Another feature of an oyster opener is the blade guard. This sits behind the blade, right at the end of the handle. It prevents the hand from slipping over the blade. He also protects against the sharp edges of the broken oyster shell. The handle makes the handling of an oyster knife easier without question.
special

The noble oyster openers are often made in special editions. Well-known manufacturers such as WMF offer these knives in a sophisticated design, with special engravings and in a wonderful packaging – a perfect gift for an oyster lover.

The prices for this and the classic versions of the oystercatcher vary quite widely. Simple models are already available for less than 20 euros. But also offers for well over 100 euros are available – just like the oysters themselves: pure matter of taste!