Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCrab Du Jour Cajun Seafood & BarFried Oyster Po'boy Recipe

Fried Oyster Po'boy Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Make Fried Oyster Po'boy Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

For the Fried Oysters

For the Po'boy Assembly

Method

For the Fried Oysters

  1. 1

    Prepare the Oysters

    Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water to remove any grit. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Soak in Buttermilk

    Place the oysters in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Coating

    In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Coat the Oysters

    Remove the oysters from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge each oyster in the flour mixture, coating them evenly.

  6. 6

    Fry the Oysters

    Carefully place the coated oysters into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.

For the Po'boy Assembly

  1. 7

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the French bread or Po'boy rolls lengthwise, leaving a hinge on one side.

  2. 8

    Spread Mayonnaise

    Spread a generous amount of mayonnaise inside each roll.

  3. 9

    Add Lettuce and Tomatoes

    Layer the shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes on top of the mayonnaise.

  4. 10

    Add Fried Oysters

    Place the fried oysters on top of the lettuce and tomatoes.

  5. 11

    Add Hot Sauce

    Drizzle with hot sauce to taste. Close the sandwich and serve immediately.

More from Crab Du Jour Cajun Seafood & Bar