Smoked Oysters
I debated with myself on whether or not I wanted to try smoked oysters. After an episode of Dr. Oz where “Wellness Warrior” Bonnie Matthews boasted about the taste, high protein, low calorie benefits of smoked oysters; my curiosity was piqued. As I normally do when something interests me; I went online for further research on the topic of smoked oysters. Not only are they high in protein and low in calories, but they are low in fat and low in cholesterol. They rich in iron, calcium and vitamin A, and are good for the skin and the vision.
I gave up meat in 2009 and though I consider myself a pescetarian (or pesco-vegetarian); my days of eating fish have become fewer and farther between. Still, I really even wasn’t sure if oysters were considered a “fish”, so I needed to learn that too. Between my husband’s knowledge and the Internet, I got my answers. Oysters are molluscs, usually called “shellfish” and come from the invertebrate family.. basically, animals without a backbone.
With that knowledge behind me, and because the idea of a high protein, low calorie food is something I need more of in my diet; I decided to go for it and try smoked oysters. I knew, from reading, to expect some funny looking, oddly textured food. I can get over that if they taste okay (I told myself..). Upon pulling off the lid of the little can, I smelled a familiar and a not-unappealing smokey scent and popped one in my mouth. The texture reminded me of mushrooms (which I have no problems with) and the taste was not bad at all.. even, actually, kind of good.
So, They don’t look real good, but they taste just fine. Though I gave them the thumbs-up (I did eat the whole can) because the experience was a positive one; I don’t think I’ll indulge in them as often as Bonnie does. I was curious, I tried it and now I know.
Almonds and Greek yogurt make a good high-protein snack too and are a little easier on the eyes. =)
