Fried Oysters “carbonara” Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Oysters

   Rinse the fresh oysters under cold water and carefully shuck them. Set aside.

2. 2

   Make the Breading

   In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

3. 3

   Prepare the Egg Wash

   In another bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.

4. 4

   Cook the Bacon and Onion

   In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces. In the bacon fat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.

5. 5

   Coat the Oysters

   Dip each oyster in the egg wash, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.

6. 6

   Fry the Oysters

   Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the coated oysters in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the fried oysters topped with the bacon and onion mixture and a drizzle of black hot sauce.