These fried oysters are very simple to make. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Total Time::20 mins
Servings::4
Ingredients
2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
¾ cup fine bread crumbs
12 ounces shucked oysters, drained
Directions
Gather all ingredients.
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Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in another bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.
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Dredge oysters in flour mixture, then dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.
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Cook oysters, 5 at a time, in hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.
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Editor's Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.