Southern Fried Oysters Recipes

SOUTHERN FRIED OYSTERS

Steps:

• In a mixing bowl, add the first 3 ingredients; stir to combine.
• In another bowl, combine the egg and milk; whisk to combine.
• Dip oysters in egg mixture, then dredge in flour mixture.
• Add oil to 2-3 inch depth in a cast-iron dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees.
• Fry oysters in oil until golden, turning once.
• Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

DEEP FRIED OYSTERS

Steps:

• Rinse oysters, and cut any that are too large in half.
• Mix well the flour, egg, salt and pepper.
• Should be like pancake batter.
• Add more milk if necessary.
• Heat oil to very hot, (375) in a large skillet.
• Dip oysters in batter, let drain a few seconds.
• Carefully drop oysters in hot oil.
• Fry for about 4 minutes, until golden brown.

PAN FRIED OYSTERS

Steps:

• Mix dry ingredients.
• Dredge oysters in this and let sit on paper 5 minutes.
• Heat oil and butter until sizzling hot.
• Add oysters.
• Brown lightly 30-40 seconds on each side.
• Serve immediately with lemon juice or tartar sauce.