Deep Fried Oysters

This is a very simple recipe for fried oysters. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 577 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying
• 12 ounces shucked oysters, drained
• ¾ cup fine bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Combine flour, salt and black pepper. Dredge oysters in flour mixture, dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs.

Step 3

Carefully slide oysters into hot oil. Cook five at a time until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain briefly on paper towels. Serve hot.