Deep-Fried Oysters

Ingredients

• 2 quartss vegetable oil for deep frying
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 large eggs , lightly beaten
• 0.75 cups fine bread crumbs
• 12 ounces shucked oysters , drained

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. 3

   Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in another bowl. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.

4. 4

   Dredge oysters in flour mixture, then dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.

5. 5

   Cook oysters, 5 at a time, in hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.