These fried oysters are very simple to make. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.
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
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1
Gather all ingredients.
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2
Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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3
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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4
Dredge oysters in flour mixture, then dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.
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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.
Nutrition Facts
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