Fried Oysters Recipe
Hot sauce, smoked blue cheese, pickled celery, radish
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Ingredients
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Fried Oysters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oysters
Rinse the shucked oysters under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. In another bowl, place the beaten eggs.
- 3
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F or 175°C).
- 5
Fry the Oysters
Carefully add the breaded oysters to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried oysters from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with hot sauce, smoked blue cheese, pickled celery, and radishes on the side.
