Fried Oyster Platter Recipe
Nine fried gulf oysters, served with tartar, homemade comeback or cocktail sauce and choice of two sides.
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Ingredients
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Oysters
Sauces
Sides
Method
Preparation of Oysters
- 1
Shuck the Oysters
Carefully shuck the gulf oysters and place them in a bowl. Ensure to reserve the oyster liquor.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- 3
Frying the Oysters
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat the Oysters
Dip each oyster first into the wet mixture, then dredge them in the flour-cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 6
Fry the Oysters
Carefully place the coated oysters into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 7
Drain and Rest
Remove the fried oysters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Sauce Preparation
- 8
Make the Tartar Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, relish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and set aside.
- 9
Make the Comeback Sauce
In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Fried Oysters
Arrange the fried oysters on a platter and serve with your choice of tartar sauce, comeback sauce, or cocktail sauce.
- 11
Add Sides
Serve with two sides, such as French fries and coleslaw.