Fried Oysters Recipe
Gulf Oysters dredged in seasoned cornmeal and fried. Served with fries, 2 hushpuppies, tartar sauce and cocktail sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fried Oysters
Sides
Method
Fried Oysters
- 1
Prepare the Oysters
Rinse the Gulf oysters under cold water and drain well. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Dredging Mixture
In a large bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 3
Soak the Oysters
Pour buttermilk into a shallow dish. Dip each oyster into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the cornmeal mixture until evenly coated. Set aside on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a heavy skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Oysters
Carefully add oysters to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Sides
- 6
Prepare the Fries
While the oysters are frying, cook the frozen French fries according to package instructions until they are crispy and golden.
- 7
Prepare the Hushpuppies
If using store-bought hushpuppies, follow the package instructions to heat them thoroughly. If making from scratch, prepare your favorite recipe.
- 8
Serve
Once the oysters are fried and the sides are ready, serve the fried oysters with fries, hushpuppies, tartar sauce, and cocktail sauce on the side.
