Deep Fried Oysters
These fried oysters are very simple to make. You can use the same recipe for shrimp and scallops too.
Ingredients
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2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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¾ cup fine bread crumbs
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12 ounces shucked oysters, drained
Description
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Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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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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Dredge oysters in flour mixture, then dip in egg and roll in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.
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Cook oysters, 5 at a time, in hot oil until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.