Fried Oysters Recipe

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Fried Oysters Recipe

These fried oysters are a crunchy delicacy with plump oysters battered in seasoned cornmeal batter, then fried until crispy and golden brown, addictive!

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Ingredients

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  • peanut oil for frying (or use vegetable oil)
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne powder or more to taste – use paprika for milder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 large shucked oysters drained well, patted dry (about 1 pound)
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Instructions

  1. Fill a large Dutch oven or pot with 2.5 inches peanut oil and heat over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). You can also use your fryer.
  2. Add cornmeal, cornstarch, cayenne powder, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
  3. Dredge each oyster into the cornmeal mixture and tap off any excess. Carefully set into the hot oil. Watch out for any oil splatter.
  4. Fry the oysters for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Drain on a wire rack and serve.

Notes

  • Fried oysters are wonderful when served with remoulade or Creole tartar sauce.
  • Popular Serving Options: Oyster Po’ Boys, Fried Oysters on Toast, Fried Oysters and Rice, Fried Oyster and Bacon Sandwich, or a "Peacemaker" sandwich.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 433kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 88g (29%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 13mg (1%) Potassium 280mg (8%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 212IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 433 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 433kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 88g 29%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 13mg 1%
Potassium 280mg 6%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 212IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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