Deep Fried Oysters

30 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Ready In: 20 min

“This is a very simple recipe for fried oysters. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.” - by Christine

Ingredients

2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 ounces shucked oysters, drained
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup fine bread crumbs

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Combine flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs.
Carefully slide oysters into hot oil. Cook five at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
577 cal
29%

Fat
47.9 g
74%

Carbs
27.4 g
9%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Wilemon

Nov. 27, 2006

"The batter was just too thick for us. We prefer the cornmeal/flour mixture with no egg rather just using the juice of the oysters to make the breading stick. The key to keeping the breading from fal..." See moreling off is to make sure your oil is hot enough. I use an electric skillet to regulate the heat of the oil."

EBETH5000

Feb. 14, 2003

"I tried this recipe for scallops. It is the recipe I have been looking for. I was never satisfied with any fried scallop recipe I tried. The scallops were delicious. Thanks Christine!!!!..." See more"

BAYLENE421

Feb. 14, 2003

"Very delicious and easy, though a lot of the breading was leftover. Others might like to have more than 12 ounces of oysters for this recipe...." See more"

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