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Ingredients
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Oysters
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the oysters
Rinse the oysters under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set up the breading station
In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour mixed with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- 3
Frying
- 4
Heat the oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the oysters
Carefully add the breaded oysters to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
- 6
Drain and serve
Remove the fried oysters from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
